About Sohagibarwa Wildlife Sanctuary
Sohagibarwa Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected forest area in Maharajganj district, Uttar Pradesh, near Nautanwa town along the India-Nepal border. Established in 1987 and covering about 428 square kilometres of Terai landscape, it comprises sal forests, grasslands and wetlands. The sanctuary is known for its diverse fauna including tigers, leopards, sloth bears and numerous bird species, and forms part of the Terai Arc conservation landscape.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a Terai forest landscape of dense sal forests, open grasslands, wetlands and streams along the Indo-Nepal border. The sanctuary offers jeep safaris on forest tracks, watch towers and interpretation facilities for wildlife viewing and birdwatching. Sightings may include deer, wild boar, leopard, sloth bear and diverse resident and migratory birds. Facilities are basic and forest rest houses are available for overnight stays with prior permission.
Key highlights
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428 sq km Terai ecosystem of sal forests, grasslands and wetlands on the India-Nepal border
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Part of the Terai Arc Landscape important for tiger and leopard conservation
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Rich birdlife with resident and migratory species
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Jeep safari and watch towers for wildlife viewing
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Forest rest houses inside the sanctuary for nature stays