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Wildlife Sanctuaries

Kerala is a state located in the southwestern region of India, known for its lush greenery, backwaters, and biodiversity. The state has a number of wildlife sanctuaries and national parks that are home to a variety of flora and fauna. Here are some of the wildlife sanctuaries in Kerala:

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary: Located in the Cardamom Hills of the Western Ghats, this sanctuary is home to elephants, tigers, leopards, gaur, sambar, and many other species.

Silent Valley National Park: This national park is located in the Nilgiri Hills and is home to a variety of rare and endangered species, including the lion-tailed macaque and the Nilgiri langur.

Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary: This sanctuary is located in the Wayanad district of Kerala and is home to elephants, tigers, leopards, and various species of birds.

Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary: This sanctuary is located in the Idukki district of Kerala and is home to species such as the grizzled giant squirrel, star tortoise, and Indian elephant.

Thattekad Bird Sanctuary: Located in the Ernakulam district, this sanctuary is home to more than 300 species of birds, including the rare Sri Lanka frogmouth.

Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary: Located in the Thiruvananthapuram district, this sanctuary is home to species such as the elephant, tiger, leopard, and sambar.

Aralam Wildlife Sanctuary: This sanctuary is located in the Kannur district of Kerala and is home to species such as the elephant, tiger, leopard, and gaur.

These are just a few of the wildlife sanctuaries in Kerala, and there are many more to explore in the state.

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