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Protected Area Network in Orissa - Vasundhara

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Satkoshia Gorge is the home of the most endangered Gharial (Gavialis gangeticus), theMugger crocodiles (Crocodylus palustris) and a variety of freshwater turtles. Otherfaunal elements <strong>in</strong>clude Leopard, Wild dog, Gaur, Nilgai, Sambar, Spotted Deer,Bark<strong>in</strong>g Deer, Bear, Ratel, Jackal, Porcup<strong>in</strong>e, Indian Hare, and Giant Squirrel etc. Aviable but stabilized population of about 155 elephants thrives <strong>in</strong> this region whichforms a part of the Mahanadi Elephant Reserve.Both the resident as well as migratory birds are found <strong>in</strong> this sanctuary. The residentbirds <strong>in</strong>clude the Hornbills, Peafowl, K<strong>in</strong>gfishers, Egrets, Cormorants, River Tern,Owls, Pigeons, Myna, Parakeets, Drongo, Doves, Woodpecker, Gulls, Golden Oriole,Vultures, Babblers, Barbets, M<strong>in</strong>ivets, Sun Bird, Eagle, Crow Pheasants etc. Themigratory birds <strong>in</strong>clude Brahm<strong>in</strong>y Ducks, Bar Headed Geese etc.114

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