Himachal being a mountainous State encompasses three bio geographic zones representing great altitude and climate variations, sub tropical to cold desert supporting a vast variety of both floral and faunal biodiversity.
For conservation and management of spectacular wildlife-mammals and avifauna, 4 wildlife sanctuaries were established in 1954. 3 more wildlife sanctuaries were set up in 1958. In 1962, 14 more wildlife sanctuaries were established. In 1963, one more sanctuary was set up. During 1964, another sanctuary at Renuka was declared. After formation of the state in 1971, between 1976 and 1999, 9 more sanctuaries were notified across the state(in1976(2 Nos), 1982,1983,1985,1989,1992, 1994 and 1999).
Wildlife Legislation
Protected Area Network
Secure Himalaya
Studies/Report & Publications
Management Plan
Wildlife Human Interface
Monkey Sterilization Programme
Schedule of Monkey Census
Wildlife Notifications
User Manual for WCCB
List of Wildlife Guides
Eco-Sensitive Zone
Trainings
