Malabar Wildlife Sanctuary, Kerala

The sanctuary is part of the western ghats, a biodiversity hotspot. The sanctuary area constitutes the watersheds of Kuttiady River.

It also comes under the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve and forms a part of the Wayanad Elephant Reserve. The reservoirs at Kakkayam, Peruvannamuzhy and Banasuramala are lifeline of the inhabitants in Kozhikode district as they are the source of drinking water. Electricity is also generated from the hydro-electric project. The picturesque dam site, unique climate, richness of biodiversity and gorgeous w  ...