About Kappatagudda Wildlife Sanctuary:
- Location: It is located in Karnataka.
- The sanctuary features diverse habitats—dry deciduous forests, grasslands, scrublands, and riverine zones—earning it the nickname “Western Ghats of North Karnataka”.
- The sanctuary’s historical significance traces back centuries, evident in the remnants of ancient temples and ruins that dot the hillsides.
- These structures are adorned with intricate carvings and tell tales of dynasties that once ruled the land, such as the Chalukyas and Rashtrakutas.
- It consists of architectural marvels such as the Kappatagudda Jain Basadi, Brahma Jinalaya, Trikuteshwara Temple, and the Dambala Temple, stand testament to the craftsmanship and religious diversity of the region.
- The Sanctuary forms the major catchment for the River Tungabhadra in the district.
- Vegetation: The sanctuary supports diverse vegetation typical of dry-scrub and deciduous ecosystems.
- Flora: The forest has many medicinal plant species.
- Fauna: Leopards, Hyenas, Wolves, Foxes, Jackals, Four Horned Antelopes, Blackbucks, Monitor Lizards, Jungle Cats and various reptiles and birds.
