About Nahargarh Wildlife Sanctuary:
- It is located in Rajasthan, in 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.
- It connects ecologically with other forest areas like the Ranthambore Tiger Reserve.
- Within the sanctuary is the Nahargarh Biological Park.
- Flora: The sanctuary features a rugged terrain with hills, valleys, seasonal streams, and dry deciduous forests typical of the semi-arid region, including trees such as dhok, babool, khejri, and ber.
- 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.
- It is also home to reptiles like Indian rock pythons, monitor lizards, and amphibians like frogs and toads.
