Kalsubai Harishchandragad Wildlife Sanctuary
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LocationAkole tehsil, Ahmadnagar district, Maharashtra, India
Area361.71 km²
Established1986
| Kalsubai Harishchandragad Wildlife Sanctuary | |
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IUCN category IV (habitat/species management area) | |
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 Interactive map of Kalsubai Harishchandragad Wildlife Sanctuary | |
| Location | Akole tehsil, Ahmadnagar district, Maharashtra, India |
| Area | 361.71 km² |
| Established | 1986 |
Kalsubai Harishchandragad Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area located in the northern Western Ghats of Maharashtra, India. Spanning approximately 361.71 km2, it is situated primarily within the Akole Tehsil of the Ahmednagar district. The sanctuary houses Mount Kalsubai, the highest peak in Maharashtra (1,646 m), and the historic hill fort of Harishchandragad. [1]
The rugged terrain of the sanctuary features moist deciduous and semi-evergreen forests. It supports mammals such as the Indian leopard, jungle cat, palm civet, and Indian giant squirrel, alongside several species of reptiles and birds. The area is a major hub for monsoon trekking and ecotourism.[2][3][4][5]
