Rajasthan Wildlife

It is a genuine inclination to believe that Rajasthan is a desert yet it is difficult to ignore the fact that the region, in fact has a varied topography, and includes from semi-arid, desert-like conditions to the oldest mountains in the world, and lush. water-filled valleys.

The Thar desert, also referred to as the Great Indian Desert, falls for most part within the state, though parts of it do stretch into other states such as Gujarat, Punjab and Haryana. And this is what gives Rajasthan its unique topographical character. Unlike the typical desert. it does not have oasis, palms or cacti rather it is densely populated. Sand dunes characterize it, just as much as saline depressions and lakes.

Since the Aravalis tended to be heavily forested, they became a natural refuge for birds and animals.Even though human degradation of the environment has led to deforestation, in areas where the forests are still thick, the reserves continue to offer sanctuary to their original, resident and migrant species.

Major Wildlife Sanctuaries & National Parks

The major wildlife sanctuaries and national parks encompassed by this desert region include:

» Ranthambore National Park
» Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary
» Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary