INDIA ON WHEELS - A trip for pleasure!: Wildlife

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Tuesday, May 19, 2009

Things to see and do at Jilling - 4

You can take an enjoyable moments while birdwatching at Jilling .

Birdwatching:

There are over 110 known Lower-Himalayan bird species, including some endangered species like the cheer pheasant, in Jilling and, wherever you are on the estate, you'll never be far from birdsong.

(Often, given the air of serenity that reigns over the estate, it may be the only sounds you will hear all day.) From March onwards, filling also comes alive with countless species of butterflies - you could go to sleep on a daisy meadow and wake up to the flapping of butterfly wings.

Wildlife:

Almost everyone in the hills has a story to tell about sighting a leopard or a black bear; not all of them are pleasant encounters. But a visitor who spends no more than a few days must get incredibly lucky to sight some big game, even from afar.

Rather more easy to spot are wild boar, sambhar, barking deer and mountain goats. Steve has a powerful beacon light which, when flashed on the hillsides may show up a scurry of nocturnal animals.

Treks:

Jilling Estate organises more rigorous treks to Milam Glacier, Pindari Glacier and Panchchuli. These 5 to 15-day treks to about 15,000-16,000 ft, complete with tents and porters and guides, are typically organised in September-October, after the monsoons, when the landscape turns indescribably green. The campsites are in scenic locations, far away from regular rest houses. And, Steve Lail is something of a motorbike freak, and occasionally organises mobike trips to Kumaon, Garhwal and Nepal. Fees vary with treks and size of groups: for details, check with the estate.

What is in it for kids:

That rather depends on the children. If they are socially challenged TV addicts, they are in for a huge disappointment: the cottages don't have TVs (or phones). But if they are keen to be outdoors and are game for walks, they can reclaim their childhood eating fresh fruits right off the trees, going bird- or game-watching, pitching tents and setting up camp, and in every other way marvelling at the wonders of Nature. There are instances of two year olds going on the Milam Glacier trek. In other words, with the right attitude, anything is possible.

Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Wildlife in Andman and Nicobar : North Reef Island Sanctuary and South Sentinel Sanctuary - 79

North Reef Island Sanctuary:

Guys North Reef Island Sanctuary established in 1977. It is situated at small island to the west of North Andaman.

When to visit: November to April

Animals and Birds of the Park:

This island sanctuary protects the habitat of the Andaman teal, of which it has the largest population and the Nicobar pigeon.

South Sentinel Sanctuary:

South Sentinel Sanctuary established in 1977. It is located about 125 kms. South of Port Blair. This marine sanctuary has a core are of only 1.6 sq. kms.

When to visit: January to May

Animals and Birds of the Park:

Green sea, Olive Ridley and leather backed turtles all lay eggs here and the white-bellied sea eagle hunts in the surrounding water. There may still be some robber crabs.

Wildlife in Andman and Nicobar : Middle Button Island National Park (North & South) and Mount Harriet National Park - 78

Middle Button Island National Park (North & South):

Guys, Middle Button Island National Park established in 1979 (the southern park was established in 1977).

These tree National Parks are situated along the West Coast of the Andaman Islands.

When to visit: January to March

Animals & birds of the Park:

These small island parks have few land mammals. The dolphin and dugong are often sighted near the coast, the water monitor lizard is also found.

Mount Harriet National Park:

Mount Harriet National Park established in 1979. About 15 kms. South of Port Blair. Largely hill an bridge evergreen forest with accessible valley and flat land forest that has been exploited in the past. Size: 47 sq. kms.

Wildlife in Andman and Nicobar : Barren Island Sanctuary and Marine National Park - 77

Barren Island Sanctuary:

Guys Barren Island Sanctuary established in 1977. Barren Island is located approximately 60 kms. east of the main Andman group of islands. It is about 125 kms. north-east of Port Blair.

When to visit: January to March

Animals and birds of the park: The waters around the island are home to dolphins and dungongs.

Marine National Park:

Marine National Park established in 1983. Formally known as Crocodile National Park. This National Park is situated about 30 kms. west of Port Blair. Here, bird life includes white-bellied sea eagle, Andaman wood pigeon and Andaman teal (Anas Gibberifons).

When to visit: January to March.

Animals and birds of the park:

This sanctuary is home to an important range of marine reptiles including green sea leather backed Olive Ridley turtles, hawk-billed turtles and salt water crocodiles.

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