In Situ Conservation of Fauna in Eturunagaram Wild Life Sanctuary at Mulugu District

Abstract:

Eturnagaram Wildlife Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary located in Eturnagaram village in Mulugu district in Telangana, It is located 100 km (62 mi) from Warangal and 250 km (160 mi) from Hyderabad. It is a integrated tribal development town.  A perennial water source called "Dayyam Vagu", divides the sanctuary into almost two halves. It is home to Tiger, Leopard, Wolf, Dholes, Goldenjackals, Sloth bear, Chousingha, Blackbuck, Nilgai, Sambar, Spotted deer, Chinkara, and Indian giant squirrels.Also found are many kinds of birds, and reptiles such as Mugger crocodile, Python, Cobra, and Krait. Spreading over a wide area of over 806 sqkm, the sanctuary is a rich display of various different species of flora and fauna. The sanctuary is bordered by the ever-beautiful Laknavaram Lake which makes it the most perfectly positioned and sought tourist destination in the state. Dominated by a thick blanket of vegetation and timber species, the sanctuary also houses one of the most quality teak woods in our nation. Along with this cover, Eturnagaram has exquisite species of wildlife like Indian Gour, Giant Squirrel, Sloth Bear, Indian Bison, Black Buck, Chinkara, Tigers, Four Horned Antelope and many more. The sanctuary is beautifully divided into two parts by a waterbody named Dayyam Vagu in the local language. Eturunagam wild life  sanctary IUCN category IV area(habitat / species management area.