Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve (ABR)

Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve, located in the Western Ghats, is a UNESCO-recognized site known for its rich biodiversity and endemic species. It spans Tamil Nadu and Kerala, supporting conservation and sustainable development.

Sakshi Gupta Last updated on April 7th, 2025 04:42 pm Leave a comment

Context: Recently the SC bench has ordered the Central Empowered Committee (CEC) to conduct an extensive survey of the Agasthyamalai landscape.

About Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve (ABR)

Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve is located in southern Western Ghats in Tamil Nadu and Kerala.
It is named after Sage Agastya, a revered figure in Indian mythology.
It was designated as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 2001.
Biodiversity Hotspot: ABR is part of the Western Ghats–Sri Lanka biodiversity hotspot.

Protected Areas Within the Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve

Kalakad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve (KMTR) – Tamil Nadu
Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary – Kerala
Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary – Kerala
Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary – Kerala
Srivilliputhur Grizzled Squirrel Wildlife Sanctuary – Tamil Nadu
Meghamalai and Thirunelveli Wildlife Sanctuaries – Tamil Nadu

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