Gupteswar Forest
- Gupteswar Forest, near Gupteswar Shiva temple in Koraput district, is now Odisha's fourth Biodiversity Heritage Site (BHS), spanning 350 hectares.
- A comprehensive survey reveals the presence of diverse fauna, including 28 mammal species, 18 amphibian species, 188 bird species, 48 reptile species, and various insects, totaling 534 species.
- Mugger crocodile, kanger valley rock gecko, and various avifauna like Jerdon’s baza, black baza, and Malabar trogon, along with sacred Grove Bush Frog, are among the documented species.
- The limestone caves house eight bat species out of 16 found in southern Odisha, adding to the area's allure.
- The declaration enhances cultural ....
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