Description

Amchang Wildlife Sanctuary

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Context:

A highly decomposed carcass of an elephant was discovered in the Khanapara range of the Amchang Wildlife Sanctuary.

Details:

This is a small Sanctuary, famous for rare and endangered animals and birds, located in the eastern fringe of Guwahati city, Assam.

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About Elephants:

Natural Heritage Animal	Elephant is the Natural Heritage Animal of India.
Keystone Species	Elephants play a critical role in maintaining the balance and health of forest ecosystems
Intelligence	Known for their exceptional intelligence; largest brain size of any land animal.
Significance in Ecosystem	Important grazers and browsers, consuming large amounts of vegetation and spreading seeds. Create clearings in forests, allowing sunlight for new plant growth. Dig for water, benefiting other species.
Elephants in India	India has the largest population of wild Asian elephants, estimated at 29,964 (2017 census by Project Elephant). Represents ~60% of the global population. Karnataka has the highest population, followed by Assam and Kerala.
Conservation Status (IUCN)	African Forest Elephant (Loxodonta cyclotis): Critically Endangered African Savanna Elephant (Loxodonta africana): Endangered Asian Elephant (Elephas maximus): Endangered
Convention of the Migratory Species (CMS)	African Forest Elephant: Appendix II Asian Elephant: Appendix I
Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972	Listed under Schedule I
Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES)	African Savanna Elephant: Appendix II Asian Elephant: Appendix I

Source:Assamtibune.com

Shettihali sanctuary

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Context:

Environmental activists have sounded an alarm over the growing threat to elephants in Shettihalli Wildlife Sanctuary (WLS), following the death of a young male elephant due to electrocution.

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WLS in Karnataka:

Wildlife Sanctuary	Location	Key Features	Notable Fauna
Bandipur Wildlife Sanctuary	Chamarajanagar District	Part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve; known for Project Tiger conservation efforts.	Bengal Tiger, Indian Elephant, Leopard, Gaur
Nagarhole Wildlife Sanctuary	Kodagu & Mysore Districts	Also known as Rajiv Gandhi National Park; part of Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve.	Tiger, Elephant, Indian Bison, Spotted Deer
Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary	Chikkamagaluru & Shivamogga Districts	Located in the Western Ghats; declared a Project Tiger reserve.	Tiger, Leopard, Sambar Deer, Malabar Giant Squirrel
Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary	Uttara Kannada District	Known for dense deciduous forests and rich biodiversity.	Black Panther, Sloth Bear, Great Hornbill
Kudremukh Wildlife Sanctuary	Chikkamagaluru, Dakshina Kannada & Udupi Districts	Located in the Western Ghats; rich in iron ore deposits; scenic landscape.	Lion-tailed Macaque, Sambar, Malabar Civet
Bannerghatta National Park	Bengaluru Urban District	Houses a zoo, a butterfly park, and a rescue center for captive animals.	White Tiger, Asiatic Lion, Elephant, Leopard
Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary	Kodagu District	Known for being a birdwatcher's paradise; part of Western Ghats.	Nilgiri Wood Pigeon, Indian Giant Squirrel
Brahmagiri Wildlife Sanctuary	Kodagu & Wayanad Districts	Situated in the Western Ghats; lush greenery and scenic views.	Lion-tailed Macaque, Elephant, Wild Dog
Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary	Chamarajanagar, Mandya & Ramanagara Districts	Known for its riverine ecosystem; famous for fishing camps.	Mahseer Fish, Crocodile, Elephant, Leopard
Talakaveri Wildlife Sanctuary	Kodagu District	Birthplace of River Kaveri; part of the Western Ghats biodiversity hotspot.	Tiger, Elephant, Slender Loris
Mookambika Wildlife Sanctuary	Udupi District	Located in the Western Ghats; known for its religious significance and biodiversity.	Bonnet Macaque, Leopard, Barking Deer
Melukote Wildlife Sanctuary	Mandya District	Known for the conservation of the Grey Wolf and other dry deciduous forest species.	Grey Wolf, Indian Fox, Blackbuck
Someshwara Wildlife Sanctuary	Udupi & Dakshina Kannada Districts	Rich in flora and fauna; known for the Someshwara temple inside the sanctuary.	Tiger, King Cobra, Lion-tailed Macaque
Biligiri Rangaswamy Temple (BRT) Wildlife Sanctuary	Chamarajanagar District	Part of the Eastern Ghats; known for its rich cultural and biological diversity.	Tiger, Elephant, Four-horned Antelope, Gaur

Source: TOI

PRACTICE QUESTION

Q.It is a wildlife sanctuary in the state of Karnataka, India. It was declared a wildlife sanctuary on 23 November 1974. The sanctuary is home to species of animals such as white-backed vultures, Indian nightjar, and white-bellied dingo. The famous Jog Falls is also located near this sanctuary.

The above-given passage is related to which among the following Sanctuary?

(a) Shettihalli Wildlife Sanctuary

(b) Kudremukh Wildlife Sanctuary

(d) Someshwara Wildlife Sanctuary

Answer: a

Explanation:

Shettihalli Wildlife Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary in the state of Karnataka, India. It was declared a wildlife sanctuary on 23 November 1974. The sanctuary is home to species of animals such as white-backed vultures, Indian nightjar, and white-bellied dingo. Some other animal species such as tigers, king cobras, slot bears, leopards, elephants, langurs, and pythons reside in dense forest areas.

Featuring a variety of flora and fauna, Shettihalli Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in the Shimoga district of Karnataka. The famous Jog Falls is also located near this sanctuary.