News: A male tiger born in the Tipeshwar Wildlife Sanctuary in Yavatmal has traveled an extraordinary 500 kilometers to reach Solapur district in Maharashtra.
About Tipeshwar Wildlife Sanctuary
- Location:
- Situated in Yavatmal district, Maharashtra.
- Known as the “Green Oasis” of Southern Maharashtra due to abundant water resources from rivers like Purna, Krishna, Bhima, and Tapti.
- Geography:
- The sanctuary is located in a basalt region created by ancient volcanic lava eruptions.
- The terrain is hilly and undulating, offering a diverse ecosystem.
- Flora: Rich in vegetation, including herbs, grasses, and bamboo forests.
- Fauna: Home to a wide array of wildlife, such as: Hyenas, chital (spotted deer), black buck, sambar, jackal, wild boar, wild cat, bear, and blue bull, Peacock, Monkeys etc.
