Nagzira
| Nagzira Wildlife Sanctuary | |
|---|---|
| Nagzira Abhyaranya | |
Tiger at Nagzira National Park | |
| Location | Bhandara-Gondia district, Maharashtra, India |
| Nearest city | Gondia, Bhandara, |
| Coordinates | 21°14′38″N 79°59′09″E / 21.243942°N 79.985962°E |
| Area | 152.81 km2 (59.00 sq mi) |
| Established | 1970 |
| Visitors | 50,000 (in 2023-24) |
| Governing body | Maharashtra Forest Department |
| Website | www |
Nagzira wildlife sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary in the Bhandara and Gondia districts of Maharashtra state in India. It harbours many fish species, 34 species of mammals, 166 species of birds, 36 species of reptiles and four amphibian species. The sanctuary is known for its rich biodiversity, supporting a variety of aquatic and terrestrial species
This national park’s invertebrate fauna includes a number of butterflies and other insect species. Large wild mammals present include the Bengal tiger, Indian leopard, gaur, sambar, nilgai, chital, wild boar, sloth bear, Indian muntjac, Indian spotted chevrotain and dhole. It receives nearly 30,000 tourists annually.