Dudhwa National Park

The presence of the Dudhwa Tiger Reserve significantly impacts, in ways both vital and not yet fully understood, the ecological balance not only of the region but of the planet as a whole. With its varied terrain, lush greenery, expansive wetlands, and rich biodiversity, the reserve is a true haven for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts alike. At every turn, visitors encounter rare and fascinating species, making Dudhwa National Park a genuine paradise for those who revere the natural world. The vegetation here is classified as North Indian Moist Deciduous, comprising some of India’s finest Sal forests, along with the most extensive remaining tracts of moist grassland in the area.

In addition to a thriving population of tigers and leopards, Dudhwa National Park supports a healthy population of the nominate sub-species of swamp deer, or barasingha, and is home to the Indian one-horned rhinoceros, successfully reintroduced in 1984. The reserve also shelters critically endangered species such as the Bengal Florican and the Hispid Hare, further enhancing Dudhwa’s ecological significance. With over 450 species of resident and migratory birds, its birdlife is truly enviable. Numerous shallow lakes, or taals, ensure a diverse and dependable network of freshwater sources across the reserve.