Pench is one of the most renowned tiger reserve of India because of its diversification of leopard and Tigers, but the fauna easily found over here is unbelievable.

FAUNA

Zoo-geographically, it is a member of the oriental region. The area has always been rich in wildlife. The high habitat heterogeneity favours good population of Chital and Sambhar. The area is especially famous for large herds of Chital, Sambar, Nilgai, Gaur (Indian Bison) and wild boar. The key predator is the tiger followed by leopard, wild dogs and wolf. Out of the 58 species of mammals, the important ones include sloth bear, chousingha, barking deer, jackal, fox, palm civet, small Indian civet, jungle cat, hyena and porcupine. There are over 325 species of resident and migratory birds including the Malabar Pied Hornbill, Indian Pitta, Osprey, Grey Headed Fishing Eagle, White Eyed Buzzard etc. Other fauna includes 50 species of fishes, 13 species of amphibians, 33 species of reptiles, 105 species of Butterflies, moths and large numbers of other insects. Vultures are also seen in many parts of core area.

Flora

Biogeographic classification (Rodgers and Panwar 1988):Zone- 6E Deccan Peninsula Central Highland. The undulating topography supports a mosaic of vegetation ranging from moist sheltered valley to open, dry deciduous forest. Over 1200 species of plants have been recorded from the area. This includes several rare and endangered plants as well as plants of ethno-botanical importance

Location, Price and zones

About How to reach

The nearest well-connected airports are Nagpur (92 km) and Jabalpur (200 km). The nearest railway staion is in Nagpur, which is 92 km away. This national park is also very well connected by road and taxis are easily available from Nagpur and Jabalpur to reach here.

Price and zones

Zones: The park is divided in 2 zones, core and buffer. The core zone includes the Turia, Karmajhiri and Jhamtara. The buffer zone includes the Khawasa, Rukhad, Teliya, Khumbhpani and Masurnala gates.

Price: The cost of a single seat is around Rs.2000 and the cost of a full jeep is around Rs.7500.

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