Aner Dam Wildlife Sanctuary

Aner Dam Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area located in the Shirpur taluka of Dhule district, Maharashtra, on the southwestern Satpura hill ranges. Established on November 13, 1986, it spans approximately 82.94 square kilometers around the catchment area of the Aner River and Aner Dam. The sanctuary features Southern moist deciduous forests and scrubland, supporting wildlife such as leopards, barking deer, wolves, jackals, and diverse bird species including migratory waterfowl.

Visitors can expect a natural forest environment characterized by Southern moist deciduous vegetation and scrubland surrounding the Aner Dam reservoir. Wildlife sightings may include barking deer, hares, porcupines, jungle cats, monitor lizards, and various resident and migratory birds like peafowl, cranes, and storks. The sanctuary is primarily accessible for day visits from sunrise to sunset, with the dam site serving as a key point of interest. Facilities are limited, and access may be restricted during the rainy season.

Established on November 13, 1986, as part of conservation efforts in the Satpura ranges, the sanctuary shares boundaries with Yawal Wildlife Sanctuary and forest areas of Khargone district in Madhya Pradesh.