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Explore Wildlife Sanctuaries of Sikkim which you should not miss

Sikkim is one of the most beautiful states located in the North-Eastern part of India. It is known for its fantastic variety of wildlife housed in the thick, dense forests of the state. The varietal elements of avifauna and fauna get secured shelter in these forests from tropical to Alpines. A lot of endangered species also find a home in these forests. It is for this reason, Sikkim is fast becoming as famous as the best place for wildlife holidays. The wildlife richness of the state comprising of 4000 species of birds and animals, plants and more makes it a dream come true for every naturalist. Let us explore some of the most popular wildlife sanctuaries of Sikkim.

Khangchendzonga National Park

This national park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is sprawled in an area of 1784 sq km. Located at a high altitude in Yuksom, it is known for its breathtaking wildlife. Here, you can spot exotic animal species like Snow Leopard, Red Panda, Bharal, Great Tibetan Sheep, Musk Deer and more. The bird species that can be seen here are Grey Peacock Pheasant, Black-necked crane, Grus nigricollis, Tibetan Snow Cock and more. There are 18 glaciers in this National Park, and Zemu Glacier is the most noteworthy because of its massive size. There are 17 Alpine lakes and 19 Himalayan mountain peaks, Mount Khangchendzonga being the most popular one. You can also visit the shrine called Tholung Monastery when visiting this park.

Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary Lachen

Breathtakingly beautiful Himalayan Ranges surround this Sanctuary. The Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary is reputed and is known to house a magnificent collection of rhododendron species. During the spring season, it is a site to behold when these flowers are in full bloom. It covers an area of around 43sq km. There are as many as forty species of rhododendron. A variety of bird species can also be explored and spotted here. Some of the major species are hoary-throated barwing and wood snipe. Rich natural vegetation also adds to the attraction of this sanctuary. Trees and plant species like primulas, potentillas, poppies, saxifrages, gentians, aconites, etc., can be seen here. This sanctuary is also a place of attraction amidst serious trekkers.

Maenam Wildlife Sanctuary Namchi

It is another of the prominent wildlife sanctuaries of Sikkim. Located in Namchi, this sanctuary houses some of the unique wildlife. It is set at the height of 10, 600 ft and is sprawled in an area of 36.34 sq km. The Maenam-Tendong Ridge is the famous attraction where one can check out a lot of herbs and medicinal plants.

Some popular species you can spot in the sanctuary like Serow, Red Panda, Barking Deer, Goral, Marbled-Cat, Leopard-Cat, Civet-cats and more. You can also spot birds like Blood Pheasant, Common Hill Partridge, Blue-necked Pita, Magpies, Black Eagle, and Sunbird.

When planning to visit Sikkim, do plan to check out these sanctuaries and visit them. If you are a true naturalist, you will love visiting these places and enjoy proximity to Mother Nature.

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