About Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary :
A land-locked district, Idukki is one of the most nature rich areas of Kerala. Situated at an altitude of 450-748 mt above sea level, this sanctuary occupies the forest land between the Cheruthoni river and the Periyar river.This sanctuary extends over the Thodupuzha and Udumpanchola taluks of Idukki district, spreading over 77 sq. km and is about 450 - 748 m above sea level. The Idukki Reservoir formed by three dams - Cheruthoni, Idukki and Kulamavu - extends to 33 sq km.The sanctuary has a large variety of flora and fauna. Among the mammals, Elephants, Bison, Sambhar, Deer, Wild Dogs, Jungle Cats, Tiger, Wild Boar etc reptiles such as Cobra, Viper, Krait and a large number of non- poisonous snakes can be seen.Home to vast herds of Elephants, bisons, bear, wild boars, sambar wild dogs, jungle cats, tiger, wild boar and has a very large concentration of various species of snakes including cobra, viper, kraits and numerous non-poisonous ones. The bird life in the sanctuary is equally impressive.
Accessibility for Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary :Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary is arround at a distance of
40 Kms From Thodupuzha Kerala
Main Attractions :Varied forms of wildlife
Animals : Elephant, bison, sambar deer, wild dog, jungle cat, tiger, wild boar etc
Snakes : Cobra, viper, krait and a number of non poisonous snakes
Birds : Jungle fowl, myna, laughing thrush, black bulbul, peafowl, woodpecker, kingfisher etc
