Wildlife & Sanctuaries in Arunachal Pradesh

The diverse topography with dramatic changes in altitude, make Arunachal Pradesh one of the most unique geographical zones in India. The climatic conditions dependent on the altitude provide for a very diverse ecological environment. This shift in climatic conditions across the state has given rise to a rich and diverse wildlife population. Arunachal Pradesh is home to two national parks and 7 wild life sanctuaries. Some of the rare and endangered species that can be seen in Arunachal Pradesh are the Mishmi, Takin, Hoolock Gibbon, Musk deer, Bharal, Hisbid Hare, the Flying squirrel and a host of birds from over 500 species. There are 7 wildlife sanctuaries in Arunachal Pradesh. Pakhui: Location - East Kameng District Area - 862 sq. km Wild life - Elephants, Tiger, Barking Deer, Gour, Leopard, Hornbill etc. Itanagar: Location - Papumpare District Area - 140.30 sq. km Wild life - Elephants, Tiger, Barking Deer, Leopard, various bird species and orchid species. Daying Ering : Location - East Siang District Area - 190 sq. km Wild life - Hogdeer, Lispid bear, endemic, migratory birds and migratory water birds Mehao: Location - Dibang Valley and Lohit District Area - 281.5 sq. km Wild life - Hoolock, Gibbon, Tiger, Elephant, Leopard. Eagle's Nest: Location - East Kameng District Area - 217 sq. km Wild life - Elephants, Goral, Tiger, Leopard, Red panda. Kamlang: Location - Lohit District Area - 783 sq. km Wild life - Gibbon, Tiger, Leopard, Takin etc. Dibang: Location - Dibang Valley District Area - 4149 sq. km Wild life - Musk Deer, Takin, Black Bear, Leopard, Khalij and rare birds. Apart from this there is one Orchid Sanctuary: Sessa Orchid Sanctuary: Location - West Kameng District Area - 100 sq. km Species - Variety of Orchids and some wild life like Red Panda, Pheasant, Scrow, and Goral etc.