Interests
At Badmul near Chhamundia (Satkosia can be approached from Chhamundia which is 30 km from Gania in Nayagarh distrct) Mahanadi Wildlife Division has constructed an observatory from where one can have a spectacular view of the gorge and the mighty Mahanadi. Eight km from Badmul at Kuturi the ' Habitat development for natural breeding centre for animals' is located. There are also tree-top manchas (platforms) to view the movement of animals at night.
Sitalpani is a spot on the top of the hill where ice cold water is available in all seasons.
The Baisipalli sanctuary rich in flora and fauna borders the Mahanadi river along the Satkosia gorge which also includes the Gharial Chrocodile Sanctuary. of Tikerpara. A stay in Tikerpara and cruise along the 25 km long gorge with beautiful forests on either side is a a memorable experience.
Species of fauna to be seen :
Rare birds like Hornbills, Fishing eagles, Crested serpent eagles, Racket-tailed Drongo, rare flying squirrels, malabar gaint squirrels, reptiles like Star tortoise, King cobra, Rock python, Monitor lizard, Gharial and Mugar crocodile, tiger, leopard, striped hyena, wild dog or dhole, Indian wolf, sloth bear, sambar, chital, barking deer, mouse deer, chousingha, nilgai, wild pig, gaur, elephant, gharial, mugger, chameleon, terrapins ,poisonous and non-poisonous snakes .
One can almost touch the Boda fish and Car fish weighing upto 30 kg, during boat ride.
Important Flora:
Sal, Karada, Dhawara, Piasal, Teak, Asan, Bamboo etc.
Established by the Mahanadi Wildlife Division the sanctuary has a water tank , salt lick and fodder style grass, Napier grass and orchad.
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