 Kerala
is blessed with a unique variety of flora
owing to the richness of its soil. There
are a lot of dense forests in the state
which is home to a series of wildlife animals.
The favorable monsoons year after year also
helps in sustaining these animals in plenty.
Some of the famous wildlife sanctuaries
and national parks in Kerala are the following
Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary - Chinnar wildlife
sanctuary is famous as a thorny scrub forest
with xerophytes species. It is located in
the Idukki district of Kerala and. It is
located about 150 km from Munnar. The nearest
airport is Cochin International airport
and the nearest railway station being the
Ernakulum railway station. The important
species found here are Giant Grizzled squirrel,
Elephants, Spotted Deer
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary - Kumarakom Bird
Sanctuary is located on the banks of the
Vembanand Lake .Various varieties of birds
can be seen here. Local varieties such as
waterfowls, cuckoos and owls, as well as
the migratory Siberian Cranes can be viewed
here. It is located about 12 kms from Kottayam.
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Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary - Idukki Wildlife
Sanctuary is located at a distance of 40
kms from Thodupuzha. Elephants are the main
attractions. The other species include Langur,
Leopard and Wild Boar.Kochi is the nearest
airport.
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