Flora and fauna of Goa - Wikipedia
Foxes, wild boars and migratory birds are found in the jungles of Goa. The avifauna includes kingfishers, mynas and parrots. Numerous types of fish are also caught off the coast of Goa and in its rivers. Crabs, lobsters, shrimps, jellyfish, oysters and catfish form some of the piscine catch.
Goa - Wikipedia
Flora and fauna. Coconut palms are a ubiquitous sight statewide. Equatorial forest cover in Goa stands at 1,500 km 2 (579 sq mi), [16] most of which is owned by the government. Government-owned forest is estimated at 1,300 km 2 (502 sq mi) while private is given as 200 km 2 (77 sq mi).
Wildlife in Goa, Goa Wildlife, Goa Flora and Fauna, Goa Animals
Goa is endowed with over 1512 documented species of plants, over 275 genera of birds, over 48 genera of animals and over 60 genera of reptiles. About 10% of Goa is set aside as wildlife reserve and this area includes four large wildlife sanctuaries.
Goan Wildlife - Goa Experience
Oct 9, 2019 · With varying altitudes and soil types, Goa is home to a diversity of forests – from mangrove trees crowding muddy river banks, to open scrub jungle and sub-tropical hill forests. Among this magnificent flora, a plethora of different species of wildlife can be found, including Indian giant squirrels, Mongoose, slender loris and sloth bears.
Biodiversity in Goa - Goa Foundation
The subject of this report is the status, conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity in the state of Goa, one of the smallest states of the Indian Union. Goa presents an astonishing diversity of endemic species, habitats and ecosystems.
10 Wildlife Sanctuaries In Goa: Encounter Flora And Fauna - TripXL
Oct 17, 2024 · Wildlife sanctuaries in Goa, such as Bhagwan Mahavir, Cotigao, and Netravali, provide habitats for a variety of flora and fauna, including rare species like the Great Indian Hornbill and Indian bison.
Flora & Fauna in Goa - Goa, Holiday Homes
Flora & Fauna in Goa. Goa is well known on the world ornithology circuit as it has more than 400 bird species. Some of the commonly seen birds are cuckoos, pigeons, buzzards, eagles, ospreys, kites, doves, kestrels, kingfishers and woodpeckers.
Home | Forest Department
Forests of Goa form the part of Western Ghats, the region which have been internationally recognized as Biodiversity Hotspot of the world owing to its rich flora and fauna. Most of the Goan forests are located in the eastern region of the state.
10 Famous Wildlife Sanctuaries In Goa - Travelogy India
Being considered as a treat for wildlife lovers and photographers, the wildlife sanctuaries of Goa offer exotic wildlife with varied species of animals and birds along with beautiful flora & fauna in abundance. Peace lovers can also visit the sanctuaries surrounded with lush greenery far from the bustling city life.
WILD LIFE MANAGEMENT | Forest Department - Goa
Forests of Goa form the part of Western Ghats, the region which have been internationally recognized as Biodiversity Hotspot of the world owing to its rich flora and fauna. Most of the Goan forests are located in the eastern region of the state.
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