Location:
76-km From Srinagar, Near
Pahalgam, Kashmir Region, J&K
Coverage Area : 32.27-sq-kms
Main Attractions : Pheasant
Best Time To Visit : Mammal Viewing - September
To March Bird Viewing - March To May
Accommodation :
Arrival Information :
-- By Rail : Nearest railhead is Jammu (280-km).
-- By Air : Nearest Airport is Srinagar
(87-km).
-- By Road :
-- Nearby Excursions :
-- Nearby Cities :
Overa Wildlife Sanctuary is located 76-km from Srinagar, near Pahalgam, and has
an area of 32.27-sq-kms.
Fauna :
The
area is home to a number of rare, threatened and protected species of birds and
mammals. It sustains 13 species of mammals and over 80 species of birds. The
sanctuary has acquired an outstanding position for its varied and magnificent
species of pheasants.
This area houses a variety of mammals most of which are faced with the serious
threat of extinction. They are the Hangul, Musk Deer, Serow, Rhesus Macaque,
Langur, Leopard, Leopard Cat, etc.
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