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'''Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary''' is one of 21 Wildlife Sanctuaries of [[India]]'s [[Karnataka]] state.
'''Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary''' is one of 21 Wildlife Sanctuaries of [[India]]'s [[Karnataka]] state.


This sanctuary is located in [[Somwarpet]] taluk of [[Kodagu]] district and has some attractive scenery. It is home to rare and endangered birdlife and is designated as one of the important bird areas of the world.<ref>{{cite web
This sanctuary is located in [[Somwarpet]] taluk of the [[Kodagu district]]. It is home to rare and endangered birdlife.<ref>{{cite web
|url=http://www.birdlife.org/datazone/sites/index.html?action=SitHTMDetails.asp&sid=18228&m=0
|url=http://www.birdlife.org/datazone/sites/index.html?action=SitHTMDetails.asp&sid=18228&m=0
|title=BirdLife IBA Factsheet - Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary
|title=BirdLife IBA Factsheet - Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary
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|publisher=
|accessdate=2007-02-01
|accessdate=2007-02-01
}}</ref> The rich Kadamakkal reserve forest is a part of the sanctuary. [[Pushpagiri, Karnataka|Pushpagiri]] is the highest peak in it. Kumaraparvatha is the other peak that lies within it. The sanctuary adjoins [[Bisle reserve forest]] to north and [[Kukke Subramanya]] forest range to the west.
}}</ref> The Kadamakkal reserve forest is a part of the sanctuary. [[Pushpagiri, Karnataka|Pushpagiri]] is the highest peak in it. Kumaraparvatha is the other peak that lies within it. The sanctuary adjoins [[Bisle reserve forest]] to the north and [[Kukke Subramanya]] forest range to the west.

==Flora and fauna==
''[[Albizia lebbeck]]'', ''Artocarpus lakoocha'', ''Dysoxylum malabaricum'' and ''Mesua ferrea''' are some of the species of flora found here. Indian Wild Dog, Brown Palm Civet, Indian Giant Squirrel, Indian Hare, Spotted Deer, Sambar, Indian Muntjac, Gaur, Asian Elephant, Wild Pig, Giant Flying Squirrel, Travancore Flying, Otter species, Stripe-necked mongoose and mouse deer are some of the animal species found here.


The Pushpagiri Wildlife Sancutuary has been proposed as one of the [[World Heritage Site]].<ref>{{cite web
The Pushpagiri Wildlife Sancutuary has been proposed as one of the [[World Heritage Site]].<ref>{{cite web
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==Notes==
==References==
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==Trekking at Pushpagiri (Kumaraparvatha)==
There are two official trekking routes by which to ascend or descend Kumaraparvatha. one from Kukke subramanya and the other from Somawarpet, Madikeri. Kukke Subramanya route is considered as most scenic and difficult route.

==Gist of Pushpagiri hills Trek (Kumaraparvatha Trek)==
Trekking difficulty level: Moderate to difficulty

Best time to visit: September to April

Camping allowed: Yes

Key points:
* Can be climbed from Somawarpet and Subramanya side
* Drinking water sources along the ways (Fresh Water streams)
* Carry your tents and sleeping bags


==External links==
==External links==
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* [http://whc.unesco.org/en/tentativelists/2103/ Western Ghats UNESCO World Heritage Centre]
* [http://whc.unesco.org/en/tentativelists/2103/ Western Ghats UNESCO World Heritage Centre]
* [http://www.birdlife.org/datazone/sites/index.html?action=SitHTMDetails.asp&sid=18228&m=0 Important Bird Areas in India - Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary]
* [http://www.birdlife.org/datazone/sites/index.html?action=SitHTMDetails.asp&sid=18228&m=0 Important Bird Areas in India - Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary]
* [http://www.flickr.com/photos/epharaoh/172075979/ Link to a map of Pushpagiri Sanctuary and surrounding terrain from google maps]
*[http://tumkurameen.blogspot.in/2006/03/trail-in-rainforests_4775.html 'A trail in the rainforests'] A travel story on hiking/ trekking in Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary, published in Deccan Herald, Bangalore, Jan 26, 2003.
* [http://www.flickr.com/search/?q=pushpagiri&w=88563023%40N00 Some images from Pushpagiri Sanctuary]


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[[Category:South Western Ghats montane rain forests]]
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[[Category:Wildlife sanctuaries of Karnataka]]
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[[Category:Visitor attractions in Kodagu district]]
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Revision as of 18:52, 29 December 2015

Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary
Landscape of Shola Forests,Pushpagiri WLS
Map
LocationSomwarpet, Kodagu district, Karnataka, India
Nearest citySomwarpet
Established1987[citation needed]
Governing bodyKarnataka Forest Department

Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary is one of 21 Wildlife Sanctuaries of India's Karnataka state.

This sanctuary is located in Somwarpet taluk of the Kodagu district. It is home to rare and endangered birdlife.[1] The Kadamakkal reserve forest is a part of the sanctuary. Pushpagiri is the highest peak in it. Kumaraparvatha is the other peak that lies within it. The sanctuary adjoins Bisle reserve forest to the north and Kukke Subramanya forest range to the west.

The Pushpagiri Wildlife Sancutuary has been proposed as one of the World Heritage Site.[2]

References

  1. ^ "BirdLife IBA Factsheet - Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary". Retrieved 2007-02-01.
  2. ^ "Western Ghats—Talacauvery Sub-Cluster (with Six Site Elements)". Retrieved 2007-02-01.
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