Mhadei Wildlife Sanctuary, Protected wildlife area in North Goa District, India
The sanctuary spans 208 square kilometers within the Western Ghats, featuring dense forests, waterfalls, and diverse ecological zones at 800 meters elevation.
Established on May 18, 1999, this sanctuary made Goa the first Indian state to fully protect its Western Ghats section within territorial boundaries.
Local villages maintain sacred groves like Devachi rai in Copardem, reflecting traditional practices of nature protection through religious customs.
Forest Department provides rest houses near Valpoi and Keri, while private eco-resorts in Chorla Ghat offer additional accommodation options.
The sanctuary houses 255 bird species and recently documented Bengal tiger populations, leading to proposals for Project Tiger reserve status.
Location: North Goa district
Inception: May 18, 1999
Elevation above the sea: 800 m
GPS coordinates: 15.57170,74.17080
Latest update: May 22, 2025 16:55
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