Maharashtra is the third largest state in India in area (it is about the size of Italy) and is the second largest state in population. It is situated in Western India and is bordered by Gujarat, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, Goa, Andhra Pradesh, and the union territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli. This state is also amongst the most famous states in India. Maharashtra possesses a rich history and culture, wonderful beaches, hill resorts, museums etc which grab the interest of people from all over the world.

One of the chief reasons, Maharashtra attracts the attention of all is the rich variety of wildlife it holds. The magnificent forests, rare animal and fish species make Maharashtra a wildlife hub. True nature's beauty can be unleashed here only. There exists the most popular fauna and flora in this state of Maharashtra.

There are numerous national parks and wildlife sanctuaries in this state. Embellished with a vast range of trees, vegetation, shrubs and herbs, the

Maharashtra's Wildlife

is a class in itself. Wildlife sanctuaries and national parks are a home to numerous birds and animals which encompass the great Tiger, Crocodile, Sambar, Bison, Wild deer, Neelgai, Gawa and rare migratory birds.

If we talk about Maharashtra's flora, it is also quite remarkable! The main are deciduous forests of Terminalia, Teak, Logerstroemia Isnceolata, Dalbergia Latifolia, Terminalia Paniculata, Albizzia, Anogeissius, Grewia tiliaefolia, T. bellerica, Pterocarpus marsupium, Boswelia, Dalbergia, Shisham, Andug Prerocarpuss, T. tomentosa, Adina cordifolia, and Bamboo.

Some of the famous

Wildlife Parks in Maharashtra

are Mahim Nature Park, Karnala Bird Sanctuary, Melghat Tiger Reserve, Borivali Wildlife Park, Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary etc. So with such vast variety of wildlife Maharashtra does become a hot spot for witnessing wildlife. Therefore, the next time to plan your wildlife holidays, you exactly know the destination to head towards.