Nestled in the
Eastern Ghats
The Kadavur Slender Loris Sanctuary is a thriving mosaic of dry deciduous forests, scrub jungles, and rocky landscapes. This unique habitat supports an impressive diversity of flora and fauna, making it an important conservation area and a paradise for nature lovers.
District Jurisdiction
Spanning across the Karur and Dindigul districts of Tamil Nadu, providing unparalleled opportunities for wildlife observation.
Legal Protection
Afforded the highest legal protection under Schedule I of the Indian Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.
Primary Conservation Centre:
Ayyalur, Dindigul District.
Rich Floral Diversity
The sanctuary is botanically rich, supporting a wide variety of plant life that sustains its wildlife.
Major Tree Species
Beyond Trees
This lush plant diversity forms the backbone of the sanctuary's ecosystem, providing food and shelter for countless species.
Faunal Wealth of the Sanctuary
The sanctuary teems with diverse wildlife, from vibrant birdlife to elusive nocturnal species.
Common Avi-Fauna
- Asian Koel
- Common Babbler
- Grey Francolin
- Indian Peafowl
- Shikra
Common Mammals
- Spotted Deer
- Indian Gaur
- Wild Boar
- Barking Deer
- Palm Civet
Common Reptiles
- Bark Gecko
- Spectacled Cobra
- Indian Python
- Fan-Throated Lizard
- Indian Flap-Shell Turtle
Common Butterflies
- Tawny Coster
- Pioneer
- Crimson Tip
- Plain Tiger
- Danaid Eggfly
Amphibians
- Common Tree Frog
- Indian Burrowing Frog
- Indian Pond Frog
- Skittering Frog
- Common Indian Toad
- Ornate Microhylid