Dudhwa National Park

North India · Uttar Pradesh

Dudhwa National Park

Terai grasslands and swamp deer

  • Uttar Pradesh
  • Open 15th November - 15th June
  • Closed None

History & Overview

Discover Dudhwa

Part of the most beautiful Terai Forests of India located in the Upper-Gangetic Plains, these protected forests are formed by Moist Deciduous, Evergreen Forests and Alluvial Plains on the doab of the Mohana and Suheli Rivers.

The Biodiversity of region is incredible, with over 400 species of very special birds occurring here. The endangered Gharial, Swamp Deer along with Rhinos, Elephants and the Royal Bengal Tiger can be seen here in absolutely wondrous habitat.

Jeep Safari or rowing down slowly on the river observing the winter birds, the crocodiles and the beautiful grasslands and the forested hills beyond them. At every turn, there are unique species to see – which makes Dudhwa truly a paradise for Nature Lovers.

Flora & Fauna

What you may see

Wildlife

  • Greater One Horned Rhino
  • Gharial
  • Swamp Deer
  • Royal Bengal Tiger
  • Indian Elephant
  • Indian Leopard
  • Fishing Cat
  • Marsh Mugger Crocodile
  • Sloth Bear
  • Barasingha

Birds

  • Great Slaty Woodpecker
  • Bristled Grassbird
  • Striated Grassbird
  • Black-necked Stork
  • Swamp Francolin
  • Short-eared Owl
  • Dusky Eagle Owl
  • Tawny Fish Owl
  • Marsh Harrier
  • Black-crested Bulbul

Geography & Climate

Park at a glance

  • Area 3,326 km²
  • Co-ordinates 28.4346° N, 80.5703° E
  • Weekly Off None
  • Functional Days 15th November - 15th June
  • Rainfall 1,600 mm
  • Forest Type Moist Deciduous Forest

Location

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