Neora valley National Park

 

Neora valley National Park Neora Valley National Park lies in the civil district of Darjeeling, West Bengal, which is situated between the 26º 52' 3" and 27º 7' 35" North latitude and 80º 45' to 80º 55 East longitude. It is contiguous with Sikkim and Bhutan at its northern and north-eastern boundaries respectively. The southern boundaries of the park are adjoining to Jalpaiguri district. The altitude varies from 183 m to 3200 m, the highest point being near Sikkim border in the North. 
                           Neora Valley Nature Reserve is one of the last remaining pristine ecosystems of the Eastern Himalaya with its amazing bio-diversity, and is home to many rare and endangered, plants, animals and birds. Trek in an area rich in natural history and beautiful views this is just the trek for you. For birdwatchers this trek is attractive during the spring months of March to June.

Neora Valley National Park is also the home of Red Panda. A cute little animal with reddish brown body and a bushy ringed tail is one of the most endangered species in the world. The recent discovery of Royal Bengal Tiger in Neora Valley has prompted the administration to include the park in the list of sensitive wildlife zones in the country. According to the 2002 tiger census the park holds 19 majestic big cats. Among the other important mammals Indian Gaur, Himalayan Black Bear, Clouded Leopard Common Leopard, Lesser Cats, Himalayan Thar, Sparrow, Gorals, Deer and Squirrels are worth mentioning.

Due to its altitudinal variation ranging from 600ft to 10600 ft, various species of birds make the park a paradise for the bird watchers. Pheasants, Cuckoos,  Flycatchers, Maynas, Orioles, Owls, Parakeets, Partridges, Sunbirds, Swallows, Swifts and Woodpeckers would captivate one with their chirpy calls and enchanting colorful plumage display.

Fauna: - A wide varieties of birds of this region can be seen during different seasons. Endanger species of birds know as Bhenguma regarded as king of all birds is found in the forest nearby area.  The birds are migratory and one has to plan out to get glimpses of these birds. The Rajpakshi another endanger animals also found in the forest