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      • Wildlife sanctuaries of India, are classified as IUCN Category IV protected areas. As of January 2023, 567 wildlife sanctuaries were established in India, covering 122,564.86 km 2 (47,322.56 sq mi).
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  3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › List_of_wildlifeList of wildlife sanctuaries of India - Wikipedia

    As of January 2023, 567 wildlife sanctuaries were established in India, covering 122,564.86 km 2 (47,322.56 sq mi). [2] Among these, Project Tiger governs 53 tiger reserves, [3] which are of special significance for the conservation of the Bengal tiger.

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  5. wii.gov.in › wildlife_sanctuariesWildlife Sanctuaries | Wildlife Institute of India, an ...

    Nov 2, 2023 · There are 573 existing wildlife sanctuaries in India covering an area of 123,762.56 km 2, which is 3.76% of the geographical area of the country (National Wildlife Database Centre, Nov. 2023). Another 218 sanctuaries are proposed in the Protected Area Network Report covering an area of 16,829 km 2.

    State & Ut
    State Area (km²)
    No. Of Wls
    Area (km²)
    Andhra Pradesh
    160229
    13
    6771.40
    Arunachal Pradesh
    83743
    13
    7614.56
    Assam
    78438
    17
    1728.95
    Bihar
    94163
    12
    2851.67

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  7. www.studyiq.com › wildlife-sanctuaries-of-indiaList of Wildlife Sanctuaries of India 2024, Check Area and ...

    • Wildlife Sanctuaries in India
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    • Importance of Wildlife Sanctuaries of India
    • Union Territories Wildlife Sanctuaries of India List

    India is famous for its forests and diverse wildlife. A wildlife sanctuary is a protected area required to conserve plants and animals. Tourism is not allowed in these sanctuaries, as they serve as natural habitats. The Wildlife Protection Act of 1947 established these protected areas. India has about 553 wildlife sanctuaries covering 119776 km². A...

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    We have provided the updated list of Wildlife Sanctuaries in India in the below table which includes the state and UT name and area covered:

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    To protect endangered species.
    To keep animals in their natural habitats and protect them there.
    To monitor endangered species and help them reproduce and grow in number.
    To provide research opportunities to study these animals and plants.

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    Here’s the complete list of Wildlife Sanctuaries in theUnion Territories of India: Sharing is caring!

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  8. www.oliveboard.in › blog › wildlife-sanctuaries-in-indiaWildlife Sanctuaries in India 2024, Complete Statewise List

    Apr 26, 2024 · India boasts a remarkable network of wildlife sanctuaries, safeguarding diverse ecosystems and captivating creatures across the nation. As of 2024, over 573 sanctuaries exist, encompassing a vast 123,762.56 sq km.

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  9. wii.gov.in › national_wildlife_databaseNational Wildlife Database | Wildlife Institute of India, an ...

    India has a network of 682 Protected Areas including 102 National Parks, 520 Wildlife Sanctuaries, 56 Conservation Reserves and 4 Community Reserves covering a total of 1,64,074 km 2 of geographical area of the country which is approximately 4.99%.

  10. guidely.in › blog › wildlife-sanctuaries-in-indiaTop 10 Wildlife Sanctuaries In India Map List PDF State Wise

    Aug 5, 2024 · There are currently 573 wildlife sanctuaries in India, totaling 123,762.56 km2, or 3.76% of the nation's land area (National Wildlife Database, Nov. 2023). In the Protected Area Network Report, 218 additional sanctuaries totaling 16,829 km2 are suggested.

  11. pwonlyias.com › wildlife-sanctuaries-in-indiaComplete List of 8 Wildlife Sanctuaries in India - PWOnlyIAS

    Aug 25, 2023 · India boasts an array of captivating wildlife sanctuaries characterized by lush forests, expansive rivers, and majestic mountain ranges. A selection of these remarkable sanctuaries in India is highlighted below in this article. Wildlife Sanctuaries and National Parks in India.