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In these places, one is bound to feel like being the first one to visit the place. Trekking in these forests and tracking down animal trails is something that a true wildlife enthusiast is not likely to miss for anything. The wildlife in Uttaranchal has miles and miles of lush green forests, many hills covered with greens and the pure, unpolluted air adds to the trip.
The Ascot Sanctuary, also known as the Ascot Muscat Sanctuary, is positioned at an elevation of 5412 feet, in the middle of a snow covered peak in the Kumaon region. The Ascot Sanctuary in Uttaranchal covers an area of 284 square kilometers and is located in the Pithorgarh district. The Ascot Sanctuary in Uttaranchal was originally set up to protect the musk deer. Though the musk deer are present in significant numbers in the sanctuary, they need further protection as they are an endangered species. The other animal species which are found in the Ascot Sanctuary in Uttaranchal are the Jungle Cat, the Leopard, the Serow, the Barking Deer, the Civet Cat, the Ghoral and the Brown Bear.
There are many high altitude birds. The summer months in Uttaranchal are pretty mild but the winter season is very rough, accompanied by heavy snowfall.
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In Uttaranchal, wildlife is a major attraction. It is not only the tigers and the elephants who steal the show, but the birds also play a major role in attracting tourists. Uttaranchal is blessed with an enviable variety of flora and fauna.
