Bandipur National Park   Rajiv Gandhi National Park   B R Hills Sanctuary   Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary   Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary   Kokkrebellur Pelicanry   Kaggaladu Heronry   Bannerghatta National Park   Anshi National Park   Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary   Gudavi Bird Sanctuary   Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary   Mandagadde Bird Sanctuary   Kudremukh National Park   Chamarajnagar   Dubare Elephant Camp     Karnataka's forests and wildlife are her priceless natural heritage. The State boasts of some of the largest jungle tracts south of the Vindhyas. From the majestic evergreen forests of the Western Ghats to the scrub jungles of the plains, a wide variety of habitats teem with diverse flora and fauna, some of them endemic to the region. Some of these jungles were the private preserves of former rulers. Thanks to their protection, these jungles have survived. However, some of the lesser-known ones are sanctuaries protected by the local populace.   Bandipur National Park Explore the environs of Nagarhole, Kannada for 'Snake River.' The Rajiv Gandhi National Park derives its name from the winding course of the river that flows throughthe forests.     Rajiv Gandhi National Park (Nagarhole) Explore the environs of Nagarhole, Kannada for 'Snake River.' The Rajiv Gandhi National Park derives its name from the winding course of the river that flows throughthe forests.     B R Hills Sanctuary: A unique blend of hill resort and wildlife sanctuary. The hills take their name from the ancient Ranganatha Swamy Temple that sits at the edge of a granite precipice with a drop of more than 1000 ft.     Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary Tucked away amidst mountains, valleys, a mighty river, jungle sounds, and lush greenery, the sanctuary is an idyllic getaway where anglers and nature enthusiasts can get a whiff of raw adventure.     Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary Just outside Srirangapatna, near Mysore, the Cauvery river meanders around a string of tiny islets, which together form a splendid nesting site for waterfowl.     Kokkrebellur Pelicanry Every year, hundreds of winged visitors come together to set up a unique orchestra at Kokkrebellur with their shrill cries and cacophonous calls.     Kaggaladu Heronry A nondescript village in Tumkur district wakes up each year to the raucous cries and colourful plumage of painted storks and grey herons as they nest on old tamarind trees amidst the houses.     Bannerghatta National Park For a walk on the wild side, look no further than the southern outskirts of Bangalore city, where you can find everything from avifauna to panthers in the Bannerghatta National Park.     Anshi National Park Located in an eco-sensitive part of the Western Ghats, Anshi is rich in rare species of flora and fauna. About 197 species of birds have been spotted here.       Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary Undulating streams, whispering bamboo, diverse wildlife, and innumerable trekking trails make Dandeli a dream destination.       Gudavi Bird Sanctuary An obscure village in Sorab taluk of Shimoga district, comes alive in June as the energetic chirping of birds fills the air.       Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary The sanctuary takes its name from the eponymous river, its lifeline. Popularly known as Muthodi Wildlife Sanctuary, after the village on its periphery, it is a great place to sight the ferocious tiger..       Mandagadde Bird Sanctuary You can witness the seasonal congregation of birds on a tiny island in the mid-course of the Tunga river at Mandagadde village, 30 km from Shimoga on the Shimoga-Theerthahalli road.       Kudremukh National Park The Kudremukh, or Horse Face Range, gets its name from the unique shape of its peak. The broad hills, 95km south-west of Chikmagalur town..     Chamarajnagar Experience the magic of the deep jungles of the Chamrajnagar range, one of the hottest bio-diversity spots in the world.     Dubare Elephant Camp The once training camp of the famous Mysore Dassara elephants, Dubare Elephant Camp beckons wildlife enthusiasts as well as travellers.