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Indian Wild Ass
Wildlife Sanctuary |
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Information
about the Indian Wild Ass Wildlife
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The entire Little Rann of Kutch, also known as the Indian Wild Ass
Wildlife sanctuary is the largest wildlife sanctuary
in India. The Indian Wild Ass Wildlife Sanctuary is
the only sanctuary in India which is the home of the
Asiatic wild ass and covers an area of 4850 square km.
The Indian Wild Ass Wildlife Sanctuary consists of a
vast area of flat land that is dotted with islands
known as "Baits" which form the core for the flora and
fauna. The Asiatic wild ass is one of the Gujarat’s
many endemic species. In India, the Indian wild ass
represents the horse tribe. In the Little Rann of
Kutch, these wild ass are attracted by the baits or
islands where coarse grasses spring up in monsoon. But
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ass move to these baits
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Wildlife
Attractions in the Indian Wild Ass Wildlife Sanctuary
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The main wildlife
attraction in the Indian Wild Ass Wildlife Sanctuary
is the wild ass. Besides the wild ass, the rare and
endangered Ghudkhur, Jungle Cat, Desert Cat, Chinkara
gazelle, Nilgai antelope, the endangered Indian wolf,
jackal, desert and Indian foxes, hare, desert gerbil
and pale and long eared hedgehog are the various
animals which are found in the Little Rann of Kutch or
the Indian Wild Ass Wildlife Sanctuary. In winter, the
Little Rann of Kutch becomes a birds paradise that
attracts about three hundred varieties of dryland
birds like the houbara bustard, spotted sandgrouse,
common and demmossile cranes, flamingoes, pelicans,
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storks, ibises and other
wetland birds. Falcons, Larks, desert warbler, desert
wheatear, quails, francolins, Indian courser and other birds
are also available in plenty in the Little Rann of Kutch. It
is also the hunting ground of various raptors like the
eagles, falcon, harrier, vultures, white eyed buzzard,
hawks, kites and owlets. Lizards, Snakes, tortoises and saw
scaled viper are some of the principal reptiles that are
also found in this sanctuary.
Jungle Safari in the
Indian Wild Ass Wildlife Sanctuary
Watch towers, a tourist complex and other tourist related
facilities are also available to enhance wildlife viewing in
this unique Indian Wild Ass Wildlife Sanctuary. To view the
wildlife one can have a jeep safari in the Rann of Kutch. In
the morning and evening one can also view the breathtaking
sunrise and sunset.
Best time to Visit the Indian Ass Wildlife Sanctuary
The best time to visit the Indian Wild Ass Wildlife
Sanctuary is between November and June.
Other attractions in the Indian Wild Ass Wildlife
Sanctuary
Besides the safaris, one can also visit the ancient
monuments and inland salt works and other places of
interest. One can also enjoy the excursion to a typical
Saurashtra village, handloom weaving and dyeing units and
the village potter. For people interested in birds and
photography, special camouflaged boats are also provided.
How to reach Indian Wild Ass Wildlife Sanctuary
By Air:
The nearest airport is located at Ahmedabad, which is about
110 kms.
By Rail:
The nearest railway stations are located at Virangam and
Ahmedabad, which are about 110 and 45 kms. respectively.
By Road:
The Indian Wild Ass wildlife sanctuary is connected to
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Gir National Park |
Indian
Wild Ass Wildlife Sanctuary |
Marine National Park
Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary |
Velavadar National Park |
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