B R Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, Karnataka - बी .र हिल्स वन्यजीव अभयारण्य

Sanctuary Name B R Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, Karnataka
District Bangalore
State Karnataka
Area of Park 540 sq. km

Deer - Wildlife in India B R Hills is a unique blend of resort and wildlife sanctuary of undulating hills and valleys covered in deciduous forests and Sholas. The sanctuary is teeming with varied flora and fauna including the Elephant, Langur, Panther and Tiger.

About B.R. Wildlife Sanctuary

B.R Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, Situated at a height of 5,091 feet, B.R Hills Wildlife Sanctuary is a unique blend of resort and wildlife sanctuary, a must for wildlife lovers. Dancing trees, whistling winds and swirling streams form a backdrop to some very rare animal. The B.R Wildlife sanctuary is 3,375 ft above sea level and is spread over an area of 540 Sq. km of undulating hills and valleys covered in deciduous forests and Sholas.

Topography (BR Hills Wildlife Sanctuary)

The BR Hills Wildlife Sanctuary is an important link between the Eastern and the Western Ghats. The river Cauvery flows South East and at Kollegal takes an abrupt turn towards the North and again returns to its initial course. This reflects the geographic significance as well as the wonderful blend of the Biligiri Rangaswamy and Male Mahadeshwar ranges, bridging the gap between the Western Ghats and the Eastern Ghats.

Wildlife Attractions (BR Hills Wildlife Sanctuary)

The B R Hills Wildlife sanctuary is home to many species of wild animals. The sanctuary is teeming with varied flora and fauna. Gaurs, chitals, sambhars, bears, elephants, panthers and tigers inhabit the place in large numbers. Here is an opportunity for the nature lover to study over 200 species of birds, chief among which are the racket-tailed drongo and the crested eagle.

General Information

Nearby Excursions: Biligiriangaswamy Temple
Location: Kemmannagundi, Karnataka
Main Attractions: Gaur, Chital
Visiting Season: September to May