India is home to the largest number of tigers in the world. Tiger conservation is an important aspect of wildlife conservation in India. India has established several Tiger Reserves for the conservation of tigers and their habitat. These Tiger Reserves are managed by the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) and are supported by the government and various non-governmental organizations (NGOs). Here are the top 10 Tiger Reserves in India with the maximum tiger population:
Corbett Tiger Reserve: Located in the state of Uttarakhand, Corbett Tiger Reserve is the oldest Tiger Reserve in India. It was established in 1936 and is named after the famous British hunter and conservationist Jim Corbett. It is spread over an area of 1,318 sq km and has an estimated population of 250 tigers.
Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve: Located in the state of Madhya Pradesh, Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve is known for its high density of tigers. It is spread over an area of 1,161 sq km and has an estimated population of 125 tigers.
Kanha Tiger Reserve: Located in the state of Madhya Pradesh, Kanha Tiger Reserve is one of the largest Tiger Reserves in India. It is spread over an area of 1,945 sq km and has an estimated population of 110 tigers.
Pench Tiger Reserve: Located in the states of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, Pench Tiger Reserve is known for its diverse flora and fauna. It is spread over an area of 1,179 sq km and has an estimated population of 90 tigers.
Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve: Located in the state of Maharashtra, Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve is one of the largest and oldest Tiger Reserves in Maharashtra. It is spread over an area of 1,727 sq km and has an estimated population of 88 tigers.
Sunderbans Tiger Reserve: Located in the state of West Bengal, Sunderbans Tiger Reserve is the largest mangrove forest in the world. It is spread over an area of 2,585 sq km and has an estimated population of 70 tigers.
Sariska Tiger Reserve: Located in the state of Rajasthan, Sariska Tiger Reserve is known for its rocky terrain and diverse wildlife. It is spread over an area of 881 sq km and has an estimated population of 50 tigers.
Satpura Tiger Reserve: Located in the state of Madhya Pradesh, Satpura Tiger Reserve is known for its unique topography and diverse wildlife. It is spread over an area of 1,427 sq km and has an estimated population of 45 tigers.
Nagarhole Tiger Reserve: Located in the state of Karnataka, Nagarhole Tiger Reserve is known for its beautiful landscape and diverse wildlife. It is spread over an area of 643 sq km and has an estimated population of 40 tigers.
Mudumalai Tiger Reserve: Located in the state of Tamil Nadu, Mudumalai Tiger Reserve is known for its diverse flora and fauna. It is spread over an area of 321 sq km and has an estimated population of 30 tigers.
