Explore the Wildlife Wonders of Pench National Park

Mammals

Pench finds habitation for the following varied types of mammals that include:

• Tigers: The star attraction of the park, tigers consider Pench their home and stride free in the jungles with their stripes blending in so well.
• Leopards: Sleek, agile, and very much at home, the leopard is one of the regular sights in Pench, their spots shining like gold in the morning sun.
• Sloth Bears: With their distinctive V-shaped white markings on the chest, sloth bears are one of the peculiar sights in Pench.
• Indian Wolves: Rare and shy, Indian wolves remain one of the prized sights in Pench.
• Gaur: India's largest wild bovid, gaur are a big sight in Pench.
• Cheetahs: Though rare to sight, cheetahs do appear, leaving the visitor simply speechless, in wonder at their rapidity and quick agile movements.

Birds

Pench is the home of the birdwatcher, with recorded birds numbering over 200 species:

• Peafowl: Peafowls dancing in Pench at the beginning of the monsoon mark the time of this dance melodious calls at a distance, shining feathers in the most impressive array of colors.
• Hornbill: Hornbill is strictly a resident with its typical horn-like casque and characteristic calls.
• Eagles: Various species of eagles ring through the skies of Pench; out of which, the finest of all is the white-bellied sea eagle.
• Parakeets: Parakeets scamper across the trees of Pench with ever chattering sounds.

Reptiles

Pench hosts quite a decent number of reptiles that include:

• Snakes: From the venomous cobras and kraits to the rat snakes harmless and non-threatening, Pench boasts an intimidating myriad of serpents.
• They have monitor lizards, skinks, and geckos, among many species of lizards.
• The water bodies of Pench would haunt mugger crocodiles and gharials, whose primeval eyes would be surveying the visitors for quarry.

Conservation endeavors

• This kind of magnificent fauna is protected in Pench with some conservation endeavors. Some of them include:
• Habitat preservation: The forests and grasslands of Pench are so protected to act as a haven for wildlife.
• Patrolling to scare away poaching patrols regularly deter poachers and keep watch over Pench's precious life.
• Scientific study and monitoring: Scientists probe and study the fauna of Pench, which is like a treasure trove of valuable information for conservation.

A dreamland, full of wild animals, Pench National Park has set itself ahead of every other national park in India. From self-acclaimed tigers, brooks, and colorful birds to undercover reptiles, agile prey, and even those that dislike human contact, Pench can offer something for all kinds of wildlife enthusiasts.