Flora
in Sasangir National Park
The
Gir is an area with mixed deciduous forests with Teak, Ber, Flame of the forest,
Jamun and Babool. A wildlife sanctuary owes a distinct belt of vegetation along
the main rivers and streams. The rare tree species like the Jambu, Karanj, Umro,
Vad, Kalam, Charal, Sirus and Amli are found here abundantly. These wide and
tall, broad leaved and evergreen trees provide a cool shade and moisture to
the area.
Wildlife in Sasangir Wildlife Sanctuary
The Sasangir National Park accommodates the wild animals like chinkara, wild
boar, striped hyena, jackal, common langur, porcupine, hare, black buck and
other animals. There are more than 200 bird species including the peafowl, grey
partridge, Bonelli's eagle, crested serpent eagle, jungle bush quail, painted
sandgrouse, common green pigeon and several species of doves. The Kamleshwar
Dam in Sasangir Wildlife Sanctuary is home to the marsh crocodile commonly seen
in the river. There is also the only crocodile-breeding farm in this national
park.
Special Attractions in Sasangir National Park
Jeep Safari: Wildlife viewing in the Gir's is best done, by driving
via jeep around the forest. The Forest Department organizes the lion shows every
Sunday for the tourists. There are also special trips along with the trained
guides who give the tourists direction for the sanctuary tour. The best time
to observe this ferocious carnivore is to grab his sight during the dawn
and
dusk when they are on the prowl.
When to Visit Sasangir National Park
The wildlife lovers can visit Sasangir National Park all through the year. The
best time to visit the Sasangir Wildlife Sanctuary is between November to June.
How to Reach Sasangir Wildlife Sanctuary
By Air: Keshod is the nearest airport from Sasangir via Veraval. Daily flights
are also available from Mumbai to Keshod.
By Rail: The nearest railhead from Sasangir is Ahmedabad.
By Road: Sasangir is well connected with Ahmedabad via Rajkot, Junagadh
and Mendarda. The state transport buses are also easily available from Junagadh
and Veraval to Gir between November to June.
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