Bardiya National Park

Name
Bardiya National Park
Category
National Park
Description

Bardiya National Park is the largest and most undisturbed wilderness area in Nepal's Terai region.

Key Facts

  • Area: $968\text{ km}^2$, characterized by dense sal forest, savannah, and riverine grasslands.
  • Major Rivers: Karnali and Babai, which support diverse aquatic life.
  • Key Fauna: Bengal tiger, one-horned rhinoceros, wild Asian elephant, swamp deer, and Gangetic dolphin.
  • Conservation: Renowned for its rapid recovery of the wild Bengal tiger population and successful rhino translocation efforts.
Location / Province
Bardiya District, Lumbini Province
Established Year
1988

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