Shendurni Wildlife Sanctuary

Shendurni Wildlife Sanctuary , Kerala

The Shendurni wildlife sanctuary is a preferred wildlife destination for the tourists. Located at a distance of only 70 kilometers from Kollam, on the Kollam-Shencotta road, the Shendurni Wildlife Sanctuary is a majestic place where the tourists can see nature at its best. It is a place where the rare species of the forest life reside under the secured cover of thick greenery.

Shendurni Wildlife Sanctuary – Introduction

The Shenduruny wildlife sanctuary is home to numerable animals like elephants, wild boar, tigers, leopards, bisons, langurs, sambar, lion-tailed macaques and deer. West coast tropical evergreen forests also inhabit the sanctuary. It is interesting to note that the Shenduruny forest gets its name from a widespread species of tree called Chenkuruny (Gluta travancoria). In the heart of the forest is located a 26 sq km artificial lake formed by the Parappar dam built across the Shenduruny and Kulathupuzha rivers. The lake forms one of the important attractions of the region.

The Shendurni Wildlife Sanctuary has one of the richest collections of flora and fauna. Situated at the banks of the river Shendurny, it is one of the India’s most famous wildlife sanctuaries one he river bank. It is in fact the most preferred picnic spot in India. The presence of the river makes its beauty a real charm to the viewers.

Wildlife in Shendurni Wildlife Sanctuary:

The Shendurni Wildlife Sanctuary is blessed with a large collection of herbs, shrubs, trees and climbers. Moreover, the Shendurni wildlife sanctuary is rich in its collection of evergreen and semi-evergreen trees. Almost all the species found in India, are also found here.

The Shendurni wildlife sanctuary has a great variety of flora and fauna. In fact, there are only a few wildlife sanctuaries in India that has the variety like that of Shendurni wildlife sanctuary. The major species include vipers, bison, sambar deer, wild dogs, kraits, turtles, darters, leopards, and elephants. The Shendurni Wildlife Sanctuary is also blessed with barking deer, bonnet macaques, spotted deer, tiger, little cormorants, bison and black eagles.

Shendurni Wildlife Sanctuary- Tourist Information

Climate : The climate here in Shendurni wildlife sanctuary is mostly pleasant. During the months of November to January, the temperature of this region goes down to 15°C. However, during the months of March to April, the temperature rises to about 35°C. This locality receives an annual rain fall of about 4567 mm on the average. The rainy season prevails during the months of June to August.

Best time to visit :
The best Time to visit Shendurni Wildlife Sanctuary is from March to July. During this time, the weather is very pleasant and charming.

Getting there -

By Road :
The Shendurni wildlife sanctuary is well connected to Kollam, Thiruvananthapuram, and Trissur.

By Rail :
The nearest railway station to Shendurni wildlife sanctuary is the Kollam railway junction, which is only at distance of 40 kilometers.

By Air :
The nearest airport to Shendurni wildlife sanctuary is the Thiruvananthapuram airport which is at a distance of only 140 kilometers.