Located
in the second largest mangrove forest in the country, the sanctuary has protected
the estuarine crocodiles since 1975 . Located slightly further away is the coastal
area of Gahirmatha, where the giant Pacific ridley sea turtles, traveling annually
from as far away from South America nest by the millions. Special arrangements
were made to ensure their protection as the turtles were preyed upon by the
local folk many years ago.
Bhitarakanika is a natural habitat of a lot of wild creatures like Crocodiles,
King Cobra, Pythons, Wild Pigs, Rhesus Monkey, Sambars, Spotted Deer etc. There.
is a Crocodile Breeding Farm at Dangmal. The pride possession of this Farm is
the White Crocodile Sankhua, a rare species in the World.
Over 170 species of resident and migratory birds of different hue enhance the
beauty of the wild. Prominent among them are King Fisher, Open billed Storks,
Sea Eagles, Kites, Sand Pipers, Darters, Whistling Teals, Sea Gulls, etc. The
chirping of birds nesting at Baga Gahana is sure to leave an indelible impression
in any body's mind. Watching the wildlife in their natural habitat while cruising
through the creeks is a thrilling experience. A trek on the laid out routes
will also be equally rewarding.
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