Shivaram Wildlife Sanctuary, Wildlife refuge in Mancherial, India.
Shivaram Wildlife Sanctuary is a wildlife refuge on the banks of the Godavari River in Telangana, India. It is covered by mixed deciduous forest with teak and terminalia trees that line the riverbanks and shelter a range of animals.
The Indian government created the sanctuary in 1987 with the goal of protecting marsh crocodile populations along the Godavari River. Since then, it has grown into one of the main conservation areas in Telangana.
The Godavari River is considered sacred by many local communities, and its passage through the sanctuary strengthens that connection. Visitors can notice how fishing and daily river life continue along the banks, showing how people and wildlife share the same space.
The closest railway station is Mancherial, which serves as a good starting point for reaching the sanctuary. For those who want to stay longer, accommodation is available in both Mancherial and Eklaspur nearby.
The marsh crocodiles in this sanctuary are known to wander far from the water and cross open land, which is unusual behavior for crocodiles. This means visitors may spot them at some distance from the river, in areas that seem far from their typical habitat.
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