Dandeli

Located in the Uttar Kannada district in the State of Karnataka, 110 to 140 km from Panjim (Goa), Dandeli abounds in a richness of flora and fauna. Its richness and diversity offers ample opportunities to nature lovers to enjoy the captivating landscape. The sanctuary is generally undulating with steep slopes with picturesque deep river valleys and rich hilly forest terrain. The forest with its spurs of the western ghats, the breath taking valleys, regal looking meandering rivers and the splendid scenic beauty of the syntheri rock make it an awe inspiring natural beauty. The forest in Dandeli is typical moist deciduous and semi evergreen types.

The main attraction of the place is Wildlife species which includes Elephant, Tiger, Leopard, Gaur, Sloth Bear, Civet cat, Wild Boar, Sambar, Spotted Deer, Mouse Deer, Barking Deer, Mongoose, Porcupine, Wild Dog, Giant Squirrel, Flying Squirrel, Jackal, Common Langur, etc.
The Main Bird species include Magpie Robin , Blue headed ground thrush, Golden Backed Woodpecker, Indian Cuckoo, Crested Serpent Eagle, Malabar Pied Hornbill,Grey Hornbill and a large variety of other Birds.