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The Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve (MHTR) administration in Kota, Rajasthan, recently launched the poster and trailer of the documentary "Enchanting Mukundra" to promote wildlife conservation, ecotourism, and awareness about the reserve's rich biodiversity.
About Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve
Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve (MHTR), formerly known as the Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary, is located across the four districts of Bundi, Kota, Jhalawar, and Chittorgarh in Rajasthan.
The reserve lies within a scenic valley formed by the parallel Mukundra and Gargola mountain ranges, making it one of the state's important protected landscapes.
The reserve comprises Mukundra National Park, Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary, Jawahar Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary, and a part of the National Chambal Sanctuary extending from Garadia Mahadev to Jawahar Sagar Dam, which together form its core (critical) tiger habitat.
Historically, the area served as the royal hunting reserve of the Maharaja of Kota before being transformed into a protected wildlife area.
Geographical Features
The reserve is situated along the eastern bank of the Chambal River and is drained by several of its tributaries. Its strategic location between Ranthambore Tiger Reserve (Rajasthan) and Kuno National Park (Madhya Pradesh) makes it an important wildlife corridor, facilitating the movement and genetic exchange of tigers between these protected areas.
Vegetation
Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve is characterized by Tropical Dry Deciduous Forests. The vegetation is dominated by Kala Dhok (Kaladhi), accompanied by species such as Khair, Ber, Kakan, and Raunj, which provide suitable habitat and food for a wide variety of wildlife.
Faunal Diversity
The reserve supports diverse wildlife, including Leopard, Sloth Bear, Nilgai, Chinkara, Spotted Deer, Small Indian Civet, Toddy Cat (Palm Civet), Jackal, Striped Hyena, Jungle Cat, and Common Langur.
Its riverine ecosystem also sustains several reptiles and aquatic species, including Python, Rat Snake, Buff-striped Keelback, Green Keelback, Mugger Crocodile, Gharial, Otter, and various species of freshwater turtles, highlighting the ecological importance of the Chambal River.
Significance
Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve is a crucial component of Rajasthan's tiger conservation landscape. Its role as a corridor linking Ranthambore and Kuno, combined with its rich biodiversity and unique riverine ecosystem, makes it vital for tiger conservation, wildlife connectivity, ecological balance, and the promotion of sustainable ecotourism in central India.
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