Wildlife Distribution In India

Wildlife distribution in India is divided into the following types and each of them is discussed in detail below:

Wildlife in North India

North India is rich in wildlife and provides a stunning image of Indian wildlife. North India’s vegetation is primarily deciduous and coniferous, and it is home to a diverse range of species. The North Indian area is home to over 500 animal species, 2000 bird species, and 30,000 insect species, in addition to a diverse diversity of fish, amphibians, and reptiles.

Elephants, tigers, leopards, snow leopards, chital, fox, Tibetan Sand Fox, Rhesus Monkey, langurs, jungle cats, hyenas, jackals, and other creatures may be found in North India’s fauna. North India has a fair number of national parks and wildlife preserves. Corbett National Park in Uttarakhand, Dachigam National Park in Jammu and Kashmir, Great Himalayan National Park in Himachal Pradesh, Dudhwa National Park in Uttar Pradesh, and others are among the most popular sanctuaries in North India.

Wildlife in South India

In terms of flora and fauna, India’s southern region is one of the richest in the country. The Nilgiri biosphere is one of the country’s most significant conservation areas.

The Western and Eastern Ghats are both rich in wildlife and major conservation sites. Mudumalai National Park in Tamil Nadu, Bandipur National Park in Karnataka, Parambikulam National Park in Kerala, Silent Valley National Park in Kerala, Wayanad National Park in Kerala, and the Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary in the Western Ghats are some of the most important national parks and wildlife sanctuaries in South India. 

Some of the most important tiger reserves are located in this part of the country and include Periyar National Park and Nagarjunasagar Wildlife Sanctuary.

Wildlife in Central India 

Central India has a vast reservoir of flora and wildlife due to its diverse topography. There are around 35 wildlife sanctuaries in Central India dedicated to the conservation of rare and endangered species. A trip to Central India will provide you with an overview of the richness of wildlife in India. Kanha National Park, Bandhavgarh National Park, Madhav National Park, Sanjay National Park, Indravati National Park, Narsinghgarh Wildlife Sanctuary, Bori Wildlife Sanctuary, Pachmarhi Wildlife Sanctuary, and others are notable wildlife sanctuaries in Central India. 

Wildlife in East India

The eastern section of India has its fair share of wildlife as well. This region of the nation has rich and distinct fauna. In fact, some of the world’s most endangered species may be found in this region of the country. There are a number of wildlife sanctuaries in Assam, Bihar, and Bengal, some of which are important contributors to reviving diminishing species and protecting wildlife in India. Eastern India’s wildlife includes wild buffaloes, rhinoceroses, pigmy hogs, hispid hares, and other species.

The North-Eastern states have the highest bird biodiversity in the Orient, with up to 850 different bird species. Eastern India’s biggest wildlife reserves include the Kaziranga National Park in Assam, the Manas National Park in Assam, the Orang National Park in Assam, and the Sundarban National Park in West Bengal. Manas National Park, one of these, has been designated a World Heritage Site and is home to 55 animals, 50 reptiles, 380 birds, and three amphibians.

Wildlife in Western India 

The wildlife in western India is diverse and abundant. Western India is rich in flora and fauna, with several wildlife sanctuaries and national parks overflowing with Asiatic Lions, Blackbucks, Indian Wild Ass, Olive Ridley Turtles, Eels, Wolves, and Desert Cats. Western India also features marine wildlife sanctuaries dedicated to the conservation of endangered species such as Ridley turtles, prawns, sponges, green sea urchins, and dolphins. Gir National Park in Gujarat, Ranthambore National Park in Rajasthan, Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary in Goa, Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary in Goa, and others are notable wildlife sanctuaries and national parks in the western region of the country. More than 300 Asiatic Lions and 200 leopards may be found in Gujarat’s Gir National Park. 

The landmass of India is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna. A wide range of birds and animals live in the diverse terrain of the country. From Royal Bengal Tigers to Asiatic Elephants, India is home to a huge variety of animals in its 89 National Parks, 18 Bio-Reserves, and more than 400 wildlife sanctuaries.