Gomardha Wildlife Sanctuary
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Gomardha Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area and wildlife sanctuary located in Raigarh district of the Indian state of Chhattisgarh.[1]
| Gomardha Wildlife Sanctuary | |
|---|---|
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| Nearest city | Sarangarh |
| Coordinates | 21°54′N 80°53′E |
| Area | 277.82 km2 (107.27 sq mi) |
| Established | 1975 |
Description
The sanctuary covers an area of 277.82 km2 (107.27 sq mi) and was declared as a protected area in 1975.[2][3]
Flora and fauna
The protected area consists of a mixture of moist and dry tropical deciduous forests. Major fauna include Bengal tiger, leopard, sambar, gaur, spotted deer, sloth bear, wild boar, monitor lizard, and softshell turtle. There are over 100 species of birds including Asian paradise flycatcher, and white-throated fantail.[2]
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