Eturnagaram Wildlife Sanctuary

Eturnagaram Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected forest area in Mahabubnagar district featuring dry deciduous woodlands and open grasslands. The landscape supports populations of spotted deer, blackbucks, leopards, wild boar, and over a hundred bird species across its varied terrain.

The sanctuary was created in 1978 with the goal of protecting endangered species and maintaining ecological health in the region. Over the following decades, management efforts focused on stabilizing populations of key species and preserving the forest ecosystem.

The tribal communities living within these forest lands have shaped how the space functions, maintaining agricultural and gathering practices that fit the natural cycles. Their presence is woven into the daily rhythm of the sanctuary.

Visit during cooler months when animal sightings are more likely and daytime temperatures remain moderate. Permits are required before entering, and visitors should stay on marked paths to protect the forest and respect wildlife boundaries.

Research teams regularly conduct field studies here to monitor animal behavior and track ecological changes in the protected forest. The data gathered from these investigations influences conservation strategies across India and contributes to global environmental science.