The tranquil Aralam Wildlife sanctuary spread over 55 square kilometres
on the slopes of the Western Ghats is situated 60kms from Kannur and 35kms
from Thalassery. The sanctuary is located in Muzhakkunnu panchayath that
comes under the Wayanad Division. Established in 1984, it is home to numerous
species of birds and animals. Leopards, jungle cats, various type of squirrels
and deer, elephants, boar and bison are some of the animals seen here.
Around 160 species of birds, even some species considered extinct, have
been found here. The main forest type in this area is Tropical Ever-Green
and the Tropical Semi Ever-Green. The flora here includes Calophyllum
Elatum, Cullenia rosayroona, Magnifera indica, Toona cillata, Myristica
Species, Euphorbia Longana, Cinnamomum Zeylanicum, Hopea parviflora, Largestroemia
lanceolata, Mallotus etc. The best time to visit the park is from October
to June.
Contact Address:
The Assistant Wildlife Warden,
Iritty, Kannur Dist. Pin Code: 670 673 |
