Tral Wildlife Sanctuary

A tall evergreen coniferous tree commonly found in Himalayan forests. Provides shelter for wildlife and is also used in traditional Kashmiri woodwork.

A fast-growing conifer, forming dense forests in the sanctuary. Supports birdlife and small mammals by providing habitat and food.

Known for its white peeling bark, used in ancient Kashmiri manuscripts. Found in high-altitude areas of the sanctuary.

A beautiful flowering shrub with bright red blooms. Attracts butterflies and birds, adding to the sanctuary's biodiversity.

Grown in the region for its nutritious nuts and valuable wood. An essential part of Kashmiri agriculture and economy.

Found in shady, moist areas of the sanctuary. Considered rare and medicinal, adding to the sanctuary’s ecological importance.

The Deodar (Cedrus deodara) A tall evergreen coniferous tree commonly found in Himalayan forests. Provides shelter for wildlife and is also used in traditional Kashmiri woodwork.

A fast-growing conifer, forming dense forests in the sanctuary. Supports birdlife and small mammals by providing habitat and food.

Found in the dense forests of Tral, especially in summer. Omnivorous, feeding on fruits, nuts, insects, and small mammals. Encounters with humans sometimes occur when food is scarce.

A shy and nocturnal species, often seen in the higher altitudes of the sanctuary. Valued for its musk gland, leading to illegal poaching. Conservation efforts aim to protect this rare species.

A rare and elusive predator, seen in the higher reaches of Tral. Feeds on blue sheep, ibex, and smaller mammals. Protected under wildlife conservation programs.

More commonly spotted than the snow leopard, roaming in lower and mid-altitude forests. Sometimes strays into human settlements due to shrinking habitat.

National bird of Nepal, also found in Tral’s high-altitude forests. Known for its bright, iridescent plumage. Important for eco-tourism and birdwatching.

A powerful bird of prey, often seen soaring over Tral’s mountains. Hunts hares, small mammals, and even young deer.