Key Features and Significance

• Location and Geography: The park is bounded by the Brahmaputra and Lohit rivers to the north and the Dibru river to the south. It is characterized by a unique ecosystem of wetlands, grasslands, and semi-evergreen forests, making it one of the largest salix swamp forests in northeastern India.
• Biodiversity: The park is recognized as an Important Bird Area (IBA) and is a haven for a wide variety of flora and fauna, including many endangered species.
• Feral Horses: One of the most famous and unique attractions of the park is its population of feral horses. These are descendants of horses that escaped from British Army stables and have adapted to life in the wild.
• White-winged Wood Duck: The park was originally created to protect the habitat of the rare and endangered White-winged Wood Duck, a species of great conservation significance.

Flora and Fauna

• Flora: The park's vegetation includes a mix of moist mixed semi-evergreen, deciduous, and swamp forests. It is home to hundreds of species of trees and plants, including the renowned and ancient Kekjori tree, which is considered sacred by locals.
• Fauna: In addition to the feral horses and White-winged Wood Duck, the park is home to 36 species of mammals, including:
  • Bengal tiger (elusive)
  • Indian leopard
  • Hoolock gibbon (India's only ape species)
  • Asian elephant
  • Asiatic water buffalo
  • Gangetic dolphin (in the surrounding rivers)

Activities and Attractions

• Boat Safaris: The best way to explore the park is by boat, as it is largely an island national park. Boat safaris offer excellent opportunities to spot wildlife, including river dolphins, and a vast array of birds.
• Bird Watching: Dibru-Saikhowa is a paradise for bird watchers, with over 500 species of resident and migratory birds, including the Black-breasted Parrotbill and Greater Adjutant Stork.
• Nature Walks: Visitors can also take guided nature treks through the dense forests and grasslands to experience the park's wilderness up close.
• Maguri Motapung Beel: A large wetland on the boundary of the park that is a major hub for migratory birds.

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