Bibhutibhusan Wildlife Sanctuary

March 27, 2023

Recently, as many as 90 spotted deer have been brought to Sundarban Tiger Reserve from Bibhutibhusan Wildlife Sanctuary as a part of the West Bengal state forest department’s bid to decongest smaller wildlife sanctuaries.

About Bibhutibhusan Wildlife Sanctuary:

  • Bibhutibhusan Wildlife Sanctuary, also known as Parmadan Forest is an animal sanctuary in the North 24 Parganas district in West Bengal.
  • It is situated on the banks of river Ichamati.

Key facts about the Sundarban Tiger Reserve

  • The Sundarbans is located on the delta of the Ganga, Brahmaputra and Meghna rivers in the Bay of Bengal.
  • In 1973 it was declared a tiger reserve under Project Tiger.
  • It is a part of the world’s largest delta and home to the largest mangrove forests.
  • Flora:The vegetation of the area is moist tropical forests and tidal forests.
  • Fauna:It is home to Royal Bengal Tiger, Estuarine Crocodile, Gangetic Dolphin, Water Monitor Lizard etc.

 What is Project Tiger?

  • It is a tiger conservation programme launched in April 1973 by the Government of India during Prime Minister Indira Gandhi's tenure.
  • Aim: Ensuring a viable population of Bengal tigers in their natural habitats, protecting them from extinction, and preserving areas of biological importance as a natural heritage