Dnyanganga Wildlife Sanctuary
About Dnyanganga Wildlife Sanctuary
- Location: Buldhana district, Maharashtra, near Khamgaon town and the Dnyanganga River.
- Area: Approximately 205 sq. km.
- Established: 1996.
- Terrain: Undulating land with gentle hill slopes, interspersed with lakes and forest patches.
- Conservation Role: Dnyanganga is part of Maharashtra’s broader tiger conservation network, linked with Melghat and Painganga.
Flora & Fauna
- Mammals: Leopards, sloth bears, barking deer, blue bulls (nilgai), spotted deer, hyenas, jungle cats, jackals.
- Birds: Around 150 species, making it a hotspot for birdwatching.
- Reptiles & Others: Various snakes, lizards, and amphibians thrive in its diverse habitats.
- Recent Highlight: A rescued tiger cub (PKT7CP1) was relocated here in January 2026 for rewilding, marking a significant conservation effort.
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