The park is located at Vanasthalipuram, at a distance of 20 km from the city and originally the area was under the Nizam. The park was established in 1977.
The flora is of dry scrub jungle with grass lands. Major plant species found here are Neem, Butea (Flame of the forest), Acacias, Bauhinias etc. apart from a variety of thorny scrub species.
The park is famous for the endangered Black Buck, the state animal of Andhra Pradesh.
The other species of animals commonly seen are Monitor Lizards, Mongooses, Porcupines and Hares besides a variety of Snakes.
The avian fauna of the park comprises over 100 species and includes Partridges, Quails, Peacocks, Doves and birds of prey like Kites, Vultures etc. A variety of migratory birds can also be seen round the year. Short-toed Eagle is another rare species nesting in this area.
This center offers audio-visual education on nature and wildlife and is supported by a good nature library. An exhibition hall displaying exhibits explaining intricate problems of wildlife conservation.
Tourist facilities
There are sheds for rest and observation towers for viewing the animals.
A van is provided to take the visitors inside the park to see the animals from close quarters.
From 9.00 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. daily except Mondays.
The safari rides are between 9.30 a.m. to 5.30 p.m.
The best season to visit is Throughout the year
Wildlife Warden, Wildlife Investigation, Aranya Bhavan, Saifabad, Hyd-4
How to Reach This Place
Road : Hyderbad, being Capital city is well conected by Road from all major cities in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, Tamilnadu, Maharastra and Orissa.
Rail : Being headquarter of South Central Railway , Well connected from all major cities of India.
Hyderabad & Secunderabad Rly Stations.
Air : Has international airport.
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