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Area: 44.06 sq. kms/4,406 ha
Description:
Another magnificent wildlife sanctuary covering an area of
44.06 sq. kms. is Bura-Chapori. It is situated on the
north bank of the river Brahmaputra in Sonitpur
District.It is considered to be an ideal habitat for the
Bengal Florican.Various species of migratory birds are
also seen here.Other attractions are the Great Indian One
horned Rhinocerous, Asiatic Buffalo, Wild Boar, Otter,
Civet Cat, Leopard Cat, Barking Deer, etc. Various
reptiles and fish are also found here.
Wildlife:
Burachapori Sanctuary, situated in the alluvial flood
plains of central Assam, harbours a small number of
wintering Ferruginous Duck.
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