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Odisha National Parks , Tiger Reverse and Wildlife Centuries
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Odisha is home to a vast network of protected ecosystems, ranging from its two major National Parks to numerous wildlife sanctuaries and internationally recognized Ramsar wetlands. These areas provide critical habitats for diverse flora and fauna, including tigers, elephants, and migratory birds
National Parks In Odisha
| Name of National Park | District | Year of Establishment |
|---|---|---|
| Bhitarakanika National Park | Kendrapara | 1998 |
| Similipal National Park | Mayurbhanj | 1980 |
Wildlife Sanctuaries in Odisha
| Name | District | Year of Establishment |
|---|---|---|
| Badrama Wildlife Sanctuary | Sambalpur | 1962 |
| Bhitarakanika Wildlife Sanctuary | Kendrapara | 1975 |
| Satkosia Wildlife Sanctuary | Border of Anugul & Nayagarh | 1976 |
| Hadgarh Wildlife Sanctuary | Keonjhar | 1978 |
| Nandankanan Wildlife Sanctuary | Khorda | 1979 |
| Baisipali Wildlife Sanctuary | Nayagarh | 1981 |
| Kotgarh Wildlife Sanctuary | Kandhamala | 1981 |
| Chandaka Elephant Wildlife Sanctuary | Khorda | 1982 |
| Khalasuni Wildlife Sanctuary | Sambalpur | 1982 |
| Konark Wildlife Sanctuary | Puri | 1984 |
| Kuldiha Wildlife Sanctuary | Baleswar | 1984 |
| Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary | Bargarh | 1985 |
| Lakhari Valley Wildlife Sanctuary | Ganjam | 1985 |
| Nalaban Bird Sanctuary | Puri | 1987 |
| Gahiramatha Marine Sanctuary | Kendrapara | 1997 |
| Kalapat Wildlife Sanctuary | Kalahandi | 1992 |
| Kapilash Wildlife Sanctuary | Dhenkanal | 2011 |
| Tikarapada Wildlife Sanctuary | Anugul | - |
Tiger Reserves In Odisha
| Name of Tiger Reserve | District | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Similipal Tiger Reserve | Mayurbhanj | 1980 |
Bird Sanctuaries In Odisha
| Name of Bird Sanctuary | District | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Nalabana Bird Sanctuary | Puri | 1987 |
Ramsar Sites In Odisha
| Name of Ramsar Site | District | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Bhitarakanika Mangroves | Kendrapara | 2002 |
| Chilika Lake | Puri | 1981 |
| Satkosia Gorge | Anugul & Boudh | 2021 |
| Tampara Lake | Ganjam | 2021 |
| Hirakud Reservoir | Sambalpur | 2021 |
| Ansupa Lake | Cuttack | 2021 |