Wildlife in India
- Home to a rich diversity of wildlife supplemented by an equally rich variety of flora and fauna
- The Gir forest in Gujarat is the only surviving home of the Asiatic Lion
- The only country in the world home to both lions and tigers
These forest areas of India are also crucial for the conversation of the endangered species like the Leopard, Lion, Asiatic Elephant, the Bengal tiger and Siberian Crane. The Gir Forest in Gujarat is the only surviving home of the Asiatic Lion. Assam has a significant population of the One-Horned Rhino, Periyar in Kerala is best known for Wild Elephant viewing. Unique species are often found in only one national park; Thamin deer at Keibul Lamjao National Park in Manipur, and the Kashmir Stag at Dachigam, Srinagar. The cool months of October to March are the most pleasant time to visit the country but if you wish to go on safari in India, the best time for spotting wildlife is in the summer months from March to June when the weather is hot, and the sun dries the intense foliage which otherwise provides effective cover for the animals. A safari by jeep is quite an experience! It is recommended that you wear clothes that will blend in with the surroundings and perfumes and cigarettes should be avoided as animals have a keen sense of smell. Potentially dangerous animals should not be approached on foot.
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