Pranahita Wildlife Sanctuary

Pranahita Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area in Mancherial district, Telangana, featuring dry deciduous forests, shrub jungles, and grasslands along the Pranahita River. The sanctuary spans approximately 136 square kilometers and provides habitat for diverse animal and plant life.

The sanctuary received official protected status on March 13, 1980, establishing it as a nature reserve for the region. This designation marked the beginning of systematic efforts to safeguard the area and its wildlife populations.

Local communities participate in wildlife protection efforts and maintain traditional practices within the sanctuary boundaries. This connection shapes how the area is valued by people who live and work nearby.

The sanctuary is accessible from nearby Mancherial town, with forest rest houses providing accommodation options for visitors. The best time to visit is from November to April, when weather conditions are favorable and wildlife viewing is easier.

The sanctuary is home to a strong population of blackbucks, antelopes with distinctive black coats and spiraling horns that thrive in this habitat. You can spot these animals alongside over 50 bird species and many mammal and reptile species living in the area.