About Nahargarh Wildlife Sanctuary:
- It is located just 20 kilometres from Jaipur, Rajasthan.
- It encompasses a large area of 720 hectares and is situated under the Aravalli range.
- The sanctuary is named after Nahargarh Fort, a historic fort built in the 18th century by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the founder of Jaipur.
- Nahargarh Biological Park, a part of the Nahargarh sanctuary, is famous for the lion safaris.
- Flora: The vegetation comprises dry deciduous forests, scrublands, and grasslands.
- Fauna:
- Common species include leopards, wild boars, deer, lions, tigers, sloth bears, and several small mammals.
- It’s a haven for bird watchers, with a variety of species, including peacocks, owls, and eagles.
- In addition to mammals and birds, the sanctuary is home to reptiles like Indian rock pythons, monitor lizards, and amphibians like frogs and toads.
