About Pualreng Wildlife Sanctuary
Pualreng Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected forest area near North Hlimen and Pualreng villages in Kolasib District, Mizoram, about 85-100 km north of Aizawl. Notified on 29 June 2004 and covering 50 sq km, it protects tropical semi-evergreen and moist deciduous forests. The sanctuary supports diverse fauna including barking deer, sambar, wild boar, leopard and varied birdlife, and is managed by the Mizoram Environment, Forests and Climate Change Department.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a forested hilly sanctuary with dense semi-evergreen vegetation, quiet forest trails and viewpoints over the surrounding Kolasib hills. The area is primarily for nature observation, birdwatching and wildlife viewing. There are no large built structures inside; access is via forest roads and footpaths with entry controlled by the Forest Department. Sightings are dependent on season and time of day, with early morning best for bird activity.
Key highlights
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50 sq km protected sanctuary notified in 2004 in Kolasib District
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Tropical semi-evergreen and moist deciduous forest habitat
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Habitat for barking deer, sambar, wild boar, leopard and primates
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Rich bird diversity suitable for birdwatching
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Relatively undisturbed forest landscape near North Hlimen village
History of Pualreng Wildlife Sanctuary
Notified as a Wildlife Sanctuary on 29 June 2004 under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, with an area of 50 sq km to protect the forest ecosystem and wildlife of the Pualreng area in Kolasib District.
Route
| By air | Nearest airport is Lengpui Airport near Aizawl, then by road via Kolasib to North Hlimen |
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| By train |