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The sanctuary is known more for the endangered Sloth Bear. The other
important faunal species are leopards, Rhesus macaque, Indian civet cat,
porcupine, fox, striped, hyena, wild boar etc. The multistoried forest
provides a suitable habitat for variety of birds ranging from land birds
to water birds.
As per the IUCN classification many rare and endangered species of
birds are also found in this sanctuary. The reptiles include snakes,
tortoises and lizards of various types.
The rarest Indian Python is observed beyond Muni ji ki kutia.
Getting There
Palanpur being the headquarters
of Banaskantha district is well-connected by road and rail. Palanpur has its
own Railway Station named as Palanpur Railway Junction which is connected to
the major cities of India.
Deesa Airport
is the nearest airport to Palanpur, it is located 29 km away from
Palanpur. There is no scheduled commercial operations in this
Airport at the moment. The nearest International Airport to Palanpur
is Sardar Vallabhbhai
Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad (140 km), roughly two and
half hour drive from the city. Cabs and private cars are easily
available at the airport.
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