Monday, June 25, 2012

Animal facts of Sathyamangalam Wildlife Sanctuary

1. The highest density of tigers in India.
2. One of the few places where the Striped Hyena exists in the South.
3. A very good population of Blackbuck.
4. Another rare species of deer, the four-horned antelope or Chowsingha is found here.
5. Last known safe haven for vultures in Tamil Nadu.
6. Home to truly wild (not introduced) mugger crocodiles.
7. Excellent prey base for the tiger, consisting of sambhar, spotted deer and gaur, one of the reasons for the high density.

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