Ramgarh Vishdhari Tiger Reserve

Oct. 20, 2024

The carcass of a nearly nine-year old tigress RVTR-2 was found in the newly notified Ramgarh Vishdhari Tiger Reserve (RVTR) in Bundi

About Ramgarh Vishdhari Tiger Reserve:

  • Location: It lies in the southeastern part of Rajasthan in Bindi district with representation of both Vindhyan and Aaravalli elements.
  • It consists of 481.91 sq. km. as the core area and 1019.98 sq. km. as the buffer area, for a total area of 1501.89 sq. km.
  • It is in continuation with the buffer area of Ranthambore tiger reserveon the north-eastern side and Mukundara Hills tiger reserve on the southern side.
  • It was notified as a tiger reserve on May 16, 2022.
  • RiverMez, a tributary of the Chambal River, passes through the tiger reserve.
  • Vegetation: Dry Deciduous Forest
  • Topography: It varies from gentle slopes to steep rocky cliffs, from the flat-of hills of Vindhyasto the conical hillocks and sharp ridges of the Aravallis.
  • Flora:
    • The habitat is dominated by Dhok (Anogeissus pendula) trees.
    • Other important flora includes Khair (Acacia catechu), Ronj (Acacia Leucophloea), Amaltas (Cassia fistula), Gurjan (Lannea coromodelica), Saler (Boswellia serrata), etc.
  • Fauna:
    • The area is dominated by Leopards and Sloth bears.
    • Other important fauna includes Jungle cat, Golden jackal, Hyaena, Crested Porcupine, Indian Hedgehog, Rhesus macaque, hanuman langur, etc.