The Nilgiri biosphere reserve forms a major part of the ecosystem in South India making it greener and more dynamic. The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve falls in three states namely Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Kerala.
Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve consists of five national parks
The two national parks coming under the ecosystem of the reserve namely the Mudumalai and Bandipur Forestal zones holds prominence spanning across an area of 570 square kilometers. Wild animals spotting is a matter of luck, but animals found in Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve include the sambar deer, African elephants, wild bison including the muntjac and chital. These elephants are therefore the best ecosystem engineers in the country helping to sustain the ecological community and the environs. It is therefore a pleasure driving across the areas of the forest that makes it really a blessing expedient for people coming to scout this corner of the region.
Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve has diverse flora and fauna
The support staff inside the safari areas are very hospitable and kind to help us explore the condensed and heaped areas of the forest reserve. On the way to the reserve, we can also see a lot of tea plantations by the farmers and the gardeners to keep the ecosystem alive, more dynamic, and viable. We request the help of all fellow citizens in the country to preserve and conserve these natural resources to safeguard the ecosystem and the heritage of the nation.
NILGIRI BIOSPHERE RESERVE FAQ
Where is Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve?
The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve falls in three Indian states namely Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala. Five national parks are falling under the reserve that is a heritage of the country.
What are the five national parks under Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve?
Silent Valley National Park, Mukurthi National Park, Bandipur Tiger Reserve, Mudumalai wildlife sanctuary, and Wayanad wildlife reserve come under Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve.
How to plan a trip to Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve?
A portion of the Reserve that comes under Tamil Nadu and Karnataka can be easily covered from Ooty. The remaining national parks can be reached from Kerala. It is possible to cover the national parks in a week
Why do we need to visit Nilgiri Biospehere Reserve?
It is imperative for every citizen to pay a tribute to the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve due to the presence of various species from the feathered and animal kingdom and to explore the biodiversity of the country. Areas under the Reserve come under the holistic bio dynamical food chain model that benefits both the humans and animals of the ecosystem.