Kesarbagh Wildlife Sanctuary
| Kesarbagh Wildlife Sanctuary | |
|---|---|
IUCN category IV (habitat/species management area) | |
Location in Rajasthan, India Kesarbagh Wildlife Sanctuary (India) | |
Interactive map of Kesarbagh Wildlife Sanctuary | |
| Location | Dholpur district, Rajasthan, India |
| Nearest city | Dholpur |
| Coordinates | 26°39′36″N 77°49′48″E / 26.66000°N 77.83000°E |
| Area | 14.76 km2 (5.70 sq mi) |
| Established | 1955 |
| Governing body | Rajasthan Forest Department |
Kesarbagh Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area located in Dholpur district, Rajasthan, India. It was notified as a sanctuary in 1955 and covers an area of about 14.76 km².[1][2]
History
The area around Kesarbagh was once part of the hunting reserves of the Dholpur rulers. The Kesar Bagh Palace, situated within the sanctuary, served as a royal retreat during hunting expeditions. After India's independence, the area was declared a protected sanctuary in 1955 to conserve its wildlife and forest ecosystem.[3]
Geography
The sanctuary lies along the Chambal River and consists mainly of dry deciduous thorn forest. Prominent tree species include Anogeissus pendula, Butea monosperma, and Acacia varieties.[3]
Fauna
Mammals found here include the sloth bear, striped hyena, jungle cat, golden jackal, and wild boar.[1] The sanctuary also supports over 200 bird species, such as vultures, peafowl, and rollers, along with reptiles like pythons, monitor lizards, and cobras.[4][5]
See also
References
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