Wildlife of Tadoba National Park

Fauna in Tadoba

Tadoba National Park, Maharashtra’s largest wildlife reserve, is home to roughly 100 Bengal tigers and a variety of other species. As a result, with a high tiger density and a high tiger sighting index, the national park is regarded as one of the greatest areas to observe tigers near Nagpur.

A variety of reptiles, including marsh crocodiles and endangered Indian pythons, call the park home. There are also 195 bird species and 74 butterfly species, giving an unrivaled natural experience.

Kanha Tiger Safari
Tiger Wildlife
115+

Royal Bengal Tiger

Bird
195+

Bird Species

Butterfly
74+

Butterfly Species

Reptile

50+

Reptiles & Amphibians

Mammals

Tadoba is home to around 43 species of mammals, including Bengal tigers, leopards, sloth bears, gaurs, wild dogs, and spotted deer.
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Bengal Tigers

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Indian Leopard

Striped Hyena

Striped Hyena

Spotted Deer

Spotted Deer

Bison Indian Gaur

Bison

Golden Jackal

Golden Jackal

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Sambhar Deer

Langur in Tadoba

Langur

Rusty Spotted Cat

Rusty Spotted Cat

Little Indian Civet

Little Indian Civet

Leopard Cat

Leopard Cat

Jungle Cat

Jungle Cat

Birds

For bird lovers, Tadoba offers sightings of over 200 bird species. You can spot crested serpent eagles, Indian pittas, paradise flycatchers, and grey-headed fish eagles.
Indian Pitta

Indian Pitta

Indian Roller

Indian Roller

Peafowl

Peafowl

Drongo Cuckoo

Racket-tailed Drongo

Indian Black Ibis

Indian Black Ibis

Asian Openbill

Asian Openbill

Indian Scops Owl

Indian Scops Owl

Rufous Treepie

Rufous Treepie

Red Spurfowl

Red Spurfowl

Oriental Turtle Dove

Oriental Turtle Dove

Indian Grey Hornbill

Indian Grey Hornbill

Common Hoopoe

Common Hoopoe

Reptiles

The park has about 30 species of reptiles, including marsh crocodiles, monitor lizards, Indian pythons, and several snake species that thrive in its lakes and grasslands.
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Sand Boa

Checkered Keelback

Checkered Keelback

Russells Viper

Russell’s Viper

Spectacled Cobra

Spectacled Cobra

Indian Rock Python

Indian Rock Python

Common Krait

Common Krait

Common Vine Snake

Common Vina Snake

Common Wolf Snake

Common Wolf Snake

Indian Garden Lizard

Indian Garden Lizard

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Indian Monitor Lizard

Common Skink

Common Skink

Banded Kukri Snake

Banded Kukri Snake

FAQs  – Wildlife in Tadoba

Which animal is Tadoba most famous for?

Tadoba is most famous for its Bengal tigers. The park is known for consistent tiger sightings across its zones.

How many species of mammals are found in Tadoba?

Tadoba is home to more than 40 species of mammals, over 200 species of birds, and several species of reptiles and butterflies.

Can leopards be seen in Tadoba?

Yes, leopards are quite common in Tadoba, especially around the buffer zones and rocky areas.

What are the best zones for spotting wildlife in Tadoba?

Moharli and Kolara zones are the best for tiger sightings, while Pangdi and Agarzari zones offer balanced wildlife experiences with fewer crowds.

Are reptiles commonly seen during safaris?

Yes, you can often spot crocodiles near lakes, along with monitor lizards, snakes, and turtles during warmer months.