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Ranthambor
National ParkNear the township of Sawai Madhopur, in the state of Rajasthan,
Ranthambore National Park is an outstanding example of Project Tiger's efforts
at tiger conservation in the country.
As a result of stringent conservation
efforts, tigers, the prime asset of the park, have become more and more active
during the day. More than in any other park or sanctuary in India, tigers are
easily spotted here in daylight. They can be seen lolling around lazily in the
sun or feverishly hunting down samber around the lakes. Therefore, Ranthambore
is probably the ideal park for wildlife photographers from all over the world.
Apart from tigers, the park also has its share of panthers. They are to be found
on the outskirts of the park due to the inevitable conflicts with the tiger population.
Kachida Valley is believed to be the place to sight these rather elusive cats.
The other permanent residents of the park include marsh crocodiles, hyenas, jungle
cats and sloth bears. Sambar, found in abundance all over the area, are the prime
target of all the predators. Chital, nilgai and chinkara, are the other inhabitants
of the region. The avian population comprises of black storks, quails, Bonelli's
eagles, spur fowls, crested serpent eagles and painted storks. During the winter
months, the park attracts a lot of migratory birds, primarily a variety of ducks.
The park is best explored through jeeps, which are available on hire.
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