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Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary in Goa is the smallest wildlife
reserve in Goa and is situated 10 km in the north east of
Usagao Tisk village. It is 52km from Panaji and 38km from
Margao Nestled in the foothills of the Western Ghats at the
junction of three Talukas viz. Ponda, Sanguem and Sattari
lies the Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary. The sanctuary has a mini
zoo, a deer park, botanical and rose gardens and is a tourist
attraction all through the year. Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary
can be termed as a jungle resort, hot favorite for school
going children and nature lovers. The common animals found
in this wildlife sanctuary of Goa are the Gaur and the Sambhar
deer. The smallest of the three wildlife sanctuary in Goa,
Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary is just 8 sq. km. in size.
The area is covered with flora like
- Moist Deciduous Forests, with small patches of Evergreens
and Canes.
- Terninalia crenulata (Matti)which is the State Tree
- Rosewood
- Lagerstroemia (Naked Maiden of the Forest / Nano),
- Kindall,
- Jamba,
- Mimusops,
- Saraca indica
- Bambusa arundinacea ,the thorny bamboo
- Giant Lianas (Entada)
The type of wild life found are
- Gaur the state animal
- The Panther ,largest carnivore
- Jungle Cat,
- Leopard Cat,
- Toddy Cat
- Deers (Sambar, Spotted, Hog, Barking and Mouse)
- Wild Boar,
- Porcupines
- Scaly Ant Eater
- Malabar Giant Squirrel
- Flying lizard (Draco)
The bird watchers will be pleased to find at Bondla Wildlife
Sanctuary hundred species like
- Ruby Throated Yellow Bulbul, The State Bird
- Common Grey Hornbill
- Golden Backed Woodpecker.
Tourist Attractions:
The Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary in Goa has a Mini Zoo, Deer
Safari Park, Botanical Gardens and Eco-Tourism Cottages.
Zoological Park: Find here
animals in their natural surroundings . Animal exhibits include,
Panther, Lion, Gaur, Sambar, Deers (Spotted, Hog & Barking
) Sloth Bear, Crocodiles, Reptiles etc.
Deer Safari Park: It has
the Sambar and Spotted Deers and you can drive on your vehicle
to this park
Rose Gardens: Find landscaped
lawns , exotic trees and different kinds of roses, and various
hues of flowering plants in the middle of the forest.
Botanical Gardens: With an
array of plants , it is much of interest for students.
Nature Education Centre:
The NEC has several displays which visitors can see and analyse.
Also there is a Library , which provides details ,also video
and cine movies are screened on request.
Nature Trails: if you have
the energy and tenacity come and explore the nature trails.
Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary in Goa is connected to Ponda as
well as Molem by a good roads and you have tour buses from
Margao and Panaji which halt here. Visit the sanctuary in
late evenings and nights which are very pleasant.
Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary , a Paradise for Eco-Tourists is
a must visit during your tour of Goa.
Contact Goa-Travel.com for tour booking.
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