Information for Corbett Park: Corbett Park situated in the foothills of the Himalayas, in the
newly created state of Uttarakhand is haven for wildlife lovers
in India. The present area of the Corbett park is 1318.54 sq. km.
including 520 sq. km. of core area of and 797.72 sq. km. of buffer area.
The core area of the Corbett tiger reserve forms the Corbett Park while
the buffer contains reserve forests (496.54 sq.km.) as well as the
Sonanadi Wildlife Sanctuary (301.18 sq.km.) Flat valleys are
interspersed with hilly ridges and the Park's rolling grasslands provide
an excellent view of its rich eco system.
Corbett Park is one of India's
most beautiful wildlife areas has a tiger population of around 160,
which makes this park as the last and the most important bastion of this
endangered species in India. Corbett Park’s 1318.54 square kilometers of
virgin forest and jungle are home to numerous other species of fauna.
The rich biodiversity of the park is a perfect place for bird
enthusiasts; the area is considered one of the best bird-watching areas
in India, with some 600 species having been sighted in the park.
The different habitat types of
Corbett Park i.e. mountains, Sal forests, chaurs (grasslands),
khair-sissoo forests, and rivers have their distinct assemblage of
plants. More than 600 species of birds, trees, shrubs, herbs, bamboos,
grasses, climbers and ferns have been identified in the Corbett Park.
The most visible trees found in Corbett Park are Sal, Sissoo and Khair.
Many other species that contribute to the diversity are found scattered
throughout the Corbett park. Chir Pine is the only conifer of the Park
and is found on ridge-tops. The upper reaches near Kanda ridge have Oak
growing, which is essentially a Himalayan species. Other major tree
species seen in and around Corbett park are Bel, Kusum, Mahua, Bakli.
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