JIM CORBRTT NATIONAL PARK IS THE INDIA'S FIRST NATIONAL PARK LOCATED IN THE STATE OF UTTHARAKHAND.

1. JIM CORBETT NATIONAL
PARK
BY
MOHAMMED NASIH B.M

2. INTRODUCTION
• Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park in
India and was established in 1936 as Hailey National Park to
protect the endangered Bengal tiger.
• It is located in Nainital district of Uttarakhand and was named
after Jim Corbett who played a key role in its establishment.
• The park was the first to come under the Project Tiger initiative.
• The park has sub-Himalayan belt geographical
and ecological characteristics.
• An ecotourism destination, it contains 488 different species of
plants and a diverse variety of fauna.
• The increase in tourist activities, among other problems,
continues to present a serious challenge to the park's
ecological balance.

3. • Corbett has been a haunt for tourists and wildlife lovers for a
long time.
• Tourism activity is only allowed in selected areas of Corbett
Tiger Reserve so that people get an opportunity to see its
splendid landscape and the diverse wildlife.
• In recent years the number of people coming here has
increased dramatically.
• Presently, every season more than 70,000 visitors come to the
park.
• Corbett National Park comprises 520.8 km2 (201.1 sq mi) area
of hills, riverine belts, marshy depressions, grasslands and a
large lake.

4. • The reserve was renamed in 1954–55 as Ramganga National
Park and was again renamed in 1955–56 as Corbett National
Park.
• The new name honors the well-known author and wildlife
conservationist, Jim Corbett, who played a key role in creating
the reserve by using his influence to persuade the provincial
government to establish it.

5. GEOGRAPHY
• The park is located between 29°25' and 29°39'N latitude and
between 78°44' and 79°07'E longitude. The altitude of the
region ranges between 360 m (1,181 ft) and 1,040 m
(3,412 ft).
• It has numerous ravines, ridges, minor streams and
small plateaus with varying aspects and degrees of slope.
• The park encompasses the Patli Dun valley formed by
the Ramganga river.
• It protects parts of the Upper Gangetic Plains moist deciduous
forests and Himalayan subtropical pine forests ecoregions. It

6. CLIMATE
• The weather in the park is temperate compared to most other
protected areas of India. The temperature may vary from 5 °C
(41 °F) to 30 °C (86 °F) during the winter and some mornings are
foggy.
• Summer temperatures normally do not rise above 40 °C
(104 °F).
• Rainfall ranges from light during the dry season to heavy
during the monsoons.

7. FLORA AND FAUNA
• A total of 488 different species of plants have been recorded in
the park.
• Tree density inside the reserve is higher in the areas
of Sal forests and lowest in the Anogeissus-Acacia
catechu forests.
• Total tree basal cover is greater in Sal dominated areas of
woody vegetation.
• Healthy regeneration in sapling and seedling layers is occurring
in the Mallotus philippensis, Jamun and Diospyros
tomentosa communities, but in the Sal forests the regeneration

8. FLORA AND FAUNA
• More than 586 species of resident and migratory birds have
been categorised, including the crested serpent
eagle, blossom-headed parakeet and the red junglefowl —
ancestor of all domestic fowl.
• 33 species of reptiles, seven species of amphibians, seven
species of fish and 36 species of dragonflies have also been
recorded.
• Bengal tigers, although plentiful, are not easily spotted due to
the abundance of foliage - camouflage - in the reserve. Thick
jungle, the Ramganga river and plentiful prey make this reserve
an ideal habitat for tigers who are opportunistic feeders and

9. FLORA AND FAUNA
• If you love bird watching then Corbett is virtual haven for such
tourists.
• Corbett and its adjoining area is a home to more than 650
species of residents and migratory birds.
• Particularly Dhikala is fine place to look for birds of prey, more
than over 50 species of raptors alone shows the healthy
biodiversity of the area.
• Their multiplex behavior is intriguing and their varied songs
are very much pleasing to the ear.
• In a nutshell, this finest national park of India is well known for

10. ATTRACTIONS IN JIM CORBETT NP
Dhikala Zone : Being the largest and most varied zone in
Corbett, Dhikala is famous for its abundant natural beauty as
well as offering the best sight for exotic fauna. The entry gate
is 18 km away from Ramnagar city. Night stay inside the
Dhikala Tourism Zone is highly recommended for the hard core
wildlife enthusiasts.
Corbett Water Falls: Corbett Water Falls are situated 25 kms
away from Ramnagar. The place is popular among tourists for
not only the water fall but also for the tweeting of birds in the
background.

11. ATTRACTIONS IN JIM CORBETT NP
Jhirna : Jhirna is a rest house, which is situated inside the
southern boundary of the Jim Corbett National park. The place
is known as best habitat for the Royal Bengal Tiger.
Additionally, other animals like Leopard, Deer, Sloth Bear and
Wild Pig with various species of birds can also be seen here.
Dhela Safari Zone : Dhela is a new eco tourism zone in Corbett
National Park included in tiger reserve zone in November 2014.
This is the only area in the reserve's buffer zone open to
tourists in CTR. The zone is retaining the attention of large
number of tourist because of its wealthy flora and fauna, open
throughout the year, located at an approximate distance of 13

12. ATTRACTIONS IN JIM CORBETT NP
CORBETT MUSEUM
The Corbett Museum is more meaningful and
knowledgeable since one can learn the importance of
wildlife while roaming around the vast and majestic vicinity
of the Corbett Reserve.
The heritage museum one can surely imagine how majestic
these maneaters are and the close encounter of such species
is really worthwhile.
The museum beholds many attractive belongings of Jim
Corbett including personal articles, paintings, sketches,

13. ATTRACTIONS IN JIM CORBETT NP
The whole museum has glorifying attractions that catch
attentions of all the tourists.
It is the place where the animal lovers can also make some
good purchase of handmade rural items and handicraft
items that reflect the images of tiger and other wild animals.
The best time to visit this museum is during the months of
January and March.
The Corbett museum remains open throughout the year and
closed only in Holi. The timings for visiting this museum is
between 7.00 A.M. to 6

15. HOW TO REACH CORBETT
• By Road: Ramnagar has a very good network of road that
connects the different cities. The Corbett National Park is
situated at an approximate surface distance of 260 Kilometer
from India's national capital Delhi. The state government of
Uttarakhand plies buses at a short interval of time from Delhi,
Moradabad, Haldawani, and Nainital that reaches Corbett
directly.
• By Rail: The park is around 15 Kms from Ramnagar railway
station.
The railway station in Ramnagar receives trains from different
major cities of India like Delhi, Moradabad and Bareilly. A direct

16. ACCESSIBILITY MAP

17. THINGS TO REMEMBER WHILE
ENTERING CORBETT NATIONAL PARK
• Wear clothes in shades of brown and green as they are less disturbing to the
environment.
• Avoid wearing perfumes and do not smoke in restricted areas.
• Animals are extremely weary of the human voice.
• Don’t make noise, don’t play music and please don’t honk car horn.
• Carry Personal medication and insect repellent.
• Carry Binoculars, Cameras, film rolls and Flashlight along with books and
other reading material.
• Don’t leave behind any litter and plastic bags are big hazards for animals.
• Comfortable walking shoes are appropriate than the fashionable ones.

18. THINGS TO REMEMBER WHILE
ENTERING CORBETT NATIONAL PARK
• For winter travel heavy woolens are a must especially for open jeep safaris.
• Cottons are apt for summer months.
• Love with animal & Respect the wild animals and maintain a safe distance
from them. Remember, you are in their home and they get first priority.
• Do not smoke or light campfires in the forest. Accidental fires can destroy
this wonderful jungle in no time.
• Don’t get off your vehicle at any point in the Park except where it’s allowed.
• This is for your own safety and the safety of wildlife. The Park is not a zoo;
so don’t expect to see wildlife everywhere.

19. AMENITIES
• Jeep Safari in Corbett National Park : Jeep Safari is provided
from the resort itself in 4WD Petrol Gypsies. Leisure Hotels
offers experience Guides along with every Safari.
• Elephant Safari in Corbett National Park : This is a quiet and
silent ride into the jungle sitting on the biggest ever tamed
animal by humans, the Elephant. In this ride, we take you
through the dense forest and thick bushes of the Corbett
National park.

21. AMENITIES
• Birding in Corbett National Park : Corbett national park has a
long list of birds in its Habitat, A visit to the Corbett National
Park would surely be a rewarding experience for ornithologists
as well as bird lovers. Best Time for Birding : November to
March
• Fishing and Angling : Corbett National Park offers one of the
best location for Fishing and Angling lovers on Ramganga river,
Spots Like Machula Bridge, Van ghat pools, and other beats
along the world famous Ramganga River gives fishing and
Angling lovers ample opportunity. Mighty fishes like Golden
Mahasheer and Goonch / Cat Fish can be found on these spots

22. SWOT ANALYSIS
STRENGTH WEAKNESS OPPURTUNITY THREATS
Heaven of wildlife
tourism
Deforesting of
Wild Life
Sanctuary
Make rules for
local people to
avoid their
misbehaves.
Cannot control
people to enter
core area.
Near to Delhi,
Tiger population
Tourists are going
close to the
animals
Guide must
restrict the tourist
to keep distance.
Health of the tiger
is affected
Jeep and Elephant
Safari
Over Hunting Use of Radio
Coller.

23. CHALLENGES
• Climate change may make discomfort to animals.
• Local peoples misbehavior.
• Attacking of animals towards the tourists.
• Unauthorized activities inside the national park.

24. GULF OF MANNAR
• The Gulf of Mannar is a large shallow bay forming part of
the Laccadive Sea in the Indian Ocean.
• It lies between the southeastern tip of India and the west coast
of Sri Lanka, in the Coromandel Coast region.
• A species known as dugong (sea cow) is found here.

25. GULF OF MANNAR
• The chain of low islands and reefs known as Ramsethu, also
called Adam's Bridge, which includes Mannar Island, separates
the Gulf of Mannar from Palk Bay, which lies to the north
between India and Sri Lanka.
• The estuaries of Thamirabarani River of South India and
the Malvathu Oya (Malvathu River) of Sri Lanka drain into the
Gulf.

26. CONSERVATION
• Marine sanctuary
• Located on the southeastern tip of the subcontinent, the
Gulf of Mannar is known to harbour over 3,600 species of
flora and fauna, making it one of the richest coastal regions
in Asia.
• 117 hard coral species have been recorded in the Gulf of
Mannar. Sea turtles are frequent visitors to the gulf as
are sharks, dugongs, and dolphins.
• However, the combined effects of 47 villages, with a total
population of around 50,000 has meant
that overharvesting of marine species has become a

27. • The decline of fish populations has been accompanied with
reducing numbers of pearl oyster, gorgonian coral,
and acorn worm.
• Local fishermen rely on the reef to feed their families, but
destructive fishing methods combined with the stress of
pollution and coral mining have meant both nearshore and
offshore catches have decreased.
• Endangered species include
dolphins, dugongs, whales and sea cucumbers.

28. • Biosphere reserve
• The Gulf of Mannar Biosphere Reserve covers an area of
10,500 km² of ocean,21 islands and the adjoining coastline.
• The islets and coastal buffer zone
include beaches, estuaries, and tropical dry broadleaf
forests, while the marine environments
include seaweed communities, sea grass communities, coral
reefs, salt marshes and mangrove forests.

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