Welcome to Orissa Wildlife

One of the most famous regions for its wildlife sanctuaries, Orissa offers a protected yet natural habitat to the state's incredible wildlife. Out of 155,707 sq. kms geographical area of Orissa, 52,472 sq. kms is recorded forest area, but the actual figure is 47,033 sq. kms according to the survey conducted by State of Forest Report (SFR 1999. For providing proper protection to the wildlife and their habitat 18 sanctuaries are notified as Protected Areas such as Gahirmatha Wildlife Sanctuary, one National Park (Bhitarkanika), one proposed National Park have been notified under the provisions of Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.

       
     
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About Orissa

About Orissa

originated primarily as a hunting ground for the royalty. It was formally designated a tiger reserve in 1956 under Project Tiger in May 1972. It was elevated to a national park status in...

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Lion Safari Nandankanan

Lion Safari Nandankanan

The beautiful zoo carved out of the Chandaka forest is perhaps the finest in the country. The animals are kept in their natural habitat and a centrally located lake divides the Zoo from the Botanical Gardens...

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Simlipal Tiger Reserve

Simlipal Tiger Reserve

Simlipal Tiger Reserve originated primarily as a hunting ground for the royalty. It was formally designated a tiger reserve in 1956 under Project Tiger in May 1972. It was elevated to a national park...

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