Senchal Wildlife Sanctuary, Wildlife refuge in Darjeeling district, India.
The sanctuary spans 38.6 square kilometers across mountainous terrain, with elevations ranging from 1,500 to 2,600 meters above sea level in West Bengal.
Established in 1915, Senchal Wildlife Sanctuary stands as one of India's earliest conservation areas, marking a significant step in protecting regional biodiversity.
The two Senchal lakes within the sanctuary function as vital water sources for Darjeeling's population, connecting local communities to this natural reserve.
Visitors can reach the sanctuary through Bagdogra Airport, located 90 kilometers away, or via the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway from New Jalpaiguri station.
Scientists from the Zoological Survey of India documented the return of the Satyr tragopan in 2022, after this bird species remained unseen for 170 years.
Location: Darjeeling district
GPS coordinates: 26.99380,88.26520
Latest update: May 19, 2025 02:42
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