Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary
July 8, 2009
Peppara wildlife sanctuary is spread over an area of 53 square kilometers is located in the district of Trivandrum and encloses the Peppara Dam built across the river Karamana. The place was deemed as a sanctuary in the year 1983. The sanctuary is around 52 kilometers from Trivandrum City. The forest is basically ever green equatorial type due to its close proximity to the equator. The sanctuary is abundant in wildlife with over 43 species of mammals, 233 species of birds, 46 species of reptiles, 13 species of amphibians and 27 species of fish identified. Tiger, Elephant, Bear, Deer, Nilgiri Langur are all commonly found. The place also is home to a number of endemic plant species. The highest point of the santuary is at 5,630 feet. Major peaks dotting the sanctuary include Chemmunjimotta, Athirumalai , Arumukhamkunnu , Koviltherimala and Nachiyadikunnu. The sanctuary is open e to the public throughout the year but it is best to visit the place from January to March. Bonafalls, Vazahuvanthole water falls, Kalarkad waterfalls, trekking through the wilderness and visit to settlement areas are added attractions.
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