About the location:
Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary which spans across 607.71 sq. km. is located in the Narmada district of Gujarat. The sanctuary is nestled amidst a hilly tract lined by dense deciduous forests. These forests are not only aesthetically pleasing but also are home to a wide variety of flora and fauna. It is set against a lush cover of Rajpipla trees. There are around 575 species of flowering foliage like timru, aritha, amla, amaltas, khair, tanachh, sadad, karanj, bamboo, bor, mahuda, herde etc. There are huge patches of bamboo crops often known as bamboo-brakes The sanctuary also houses an array of species which are otherwise restricted to the Himalayan region or the Western Ghats.
The adjacent Zarwani Falls too draw in a number of sightseers and nature-enthusiasts. The bank of the falls is an suitable spot for guests to rest after their long path within the haven.
Animals :
A massive variety of animals can be spotted in the wildlife sanctuary. Some of these include the sloth bear, Indian civet cat, rhesus macaque, leopard, common mongoose, pangolin, flying squirrel, chital, Indian porcupine, barking deer, four-horned antelope, tortoise.
The sanctuary boasts of being home to one of the fastest species of leopard. Muntjac or the barking deer is also a primal attraction of the sanctuary.
Birds :
Alexandrian parakeet, red jungle fowl, shikhara, sparrow hawk, gray hornbill, sparrow hawk, crested serpent eagle, grey jungle fowls, great-horned owl, grey hornbill, etc.
Best Time to Visit :
The best time to visit this place is during the months of November to March, when the weather is cool and pleasant. The summers are hot and unsuitable for exhaustive journeys.
How to get there :
By Air :- The nearest airport at a distance of 90 km is Vadodra. The closest international airport is Sardar Vallabhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad, which is at a distance of 60 km from the sanctuary.
By Train :- The nearest railway trail is at a distance of 80 km, located in Baruch.
By Road :- The wildlife sanctuary is easily accessible by road. The nearest bus stand is at a distance of 60 km, located in Ankleshwar.
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