India's Wildlife Paradises

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It is advisable to wear Khaki, green or camouflage dress in forests.

Don't disturb animals with loud noises, radio, whistles or by flash lights.

Ibex is a goat variety found in Suru and Doda's warhwan.

Bear normally do not attack human beings unless attacked or irritated first. Of course when they attack, they normally crush the victim to death.

Catching fish in Buddhist areas of Ladakh is a serious offence.

Marmot is a cat like animal found near Rangdum in Zanskar, Drass and Nubra. It hibernates and is sinful to kill this animal.

Scorpions are plentiful in the Cheshma Shahi- Pari Mahal-Raj Bhavan area in Srinagar. It's bite can be fatal.

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This is a Marine Biosphere, and it runs along with coasts of Ramanathapuram and Thuthukudi (Tuticorin) Districts. The entire Gulf of Mannar abounds in marine life and the area covers 21 islands and 623 hectares. This National Park is full of coral reefs, the dugong, turtles, dolphins and balano-glossus. The Kurusadai Islands, off Manadapam boasts of a vast expanse of shallow waters. The coral reef, flora and fauna here are in their virgin form. Dolphins create a carefree atmosphere for tourists.

Location : Mandapam – 150 km away from Madurai on the Rameshwaram route.