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03 November, 2025
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In a recent odonate survey (focused on dragonflies and damselflies) conducted in Silent Valley National Park, six new species of these fascinating insects were discovered.
Silent Valley National Park is a pristine stretch of wet evergreen forest located in the Nilgiri Hills of Kerala, South India. It is one of the last undisturbed tropical rainforests in the country and serves as a critical part of India's biodiversity conservation efforts.
Location: Situated in the southwest corner of the Nilgiris, within the Western Ghats, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site (since 2012).
Size: Covers an area of 237.52 sq.km.
Altitude: The park’s elevation ranges between 658 to 2383 meters above sea level.
Water Source: The park is nourished by the Kunthipuzha River, which meanders through the dense forests.
The name “Silent Valley” refers to the absence of cicadas, which are typically found in many forests and produce loud buzzing sounds. The park is known for its quiet and tranquil environment, making it a unique ecological area.
Silent Valley is one of the richest biodiversity hotspots in India, with a wide variety of flora and fauna, many of which are endemic to the Western Ghats.
200 species of liverworts and 200 algae.
Medicinal plants: The park is home to several plants with high medicinal value.
Notable Trees: The towering Culinea trees are one of the iconic features of this park.
Silent Valley is also known for being home to several rare and endangered species:
Lion-tailed macaque: An endangered primate endemic to the Western Ghats, often considered the park's flagship species.
Nilgiri langur, Malabar giant squirrel, and the Indian elephant are some of the other key mammals in the park.
Predators: Tiger, leopard, and gaur (Indian bison).
Birdlife: Over 200 species of birds, including the great Indian hornbill, Nilgiri wood pigeon, and a range of eagles and owls.
Source: THE HINDU
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