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Wildlife in Goa

Wildlife Sanctuaries in GoaThe mere mention of Goa conjures up the image of a landscape dotted with golden beaches and sparkling seas. This fixation with beaches ensures that the rich wildlife in Goa often takes a backseat in tourists' itineraries. But for those craving for a sip of nature, wildlife sanctuaries in Goa are definitely worth the effort.

The lofty Western Ghats mountains are endowed with a lush green canopy which is a haven for exotic species of flora and fauna. The wildlife sanctuaries of Goa have come up with the aim of providing safe refuge to endangered wildlife species. The four wildlife sanctuaries in Goa are as follows:

Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary
Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary
Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary
Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary