Overa Aru Biosphere Reserve is situated to the
southeast of Srinagar, at a distance of 76 km. The biosphere reserve is
rich in some rare and endangered animals as well as avian life. Overa
Aru Biosphere Reserve of Kashmir has a thick green cover also. The
principal vegetation in the area comprises of conifers (about ninety
percent). The major species are Abies pindrow, Cedrus deodara, Pinus
griffithii, Aesculus indica, etc. The shrubs of Viburnum spp., Sorbaria
tomentosa, Indigofera heterantha, etc, along with Dicotyledonus herbs
cover the ground of the reserve.
Wildlife Attractions at Overa Aru Biosphere Reserve
The presence of a number of species of exceptional and protected
species, further enhances the attraction of the Kashmir, India Overa Aru
Biosphere Reserve. The uncommon inhabitants of the reserve consist of
Musk Deer, Leopard, Hangul, Snow Cock, Monal, Brown bear and Koklas.
Apart from that, the other inhabitants of the Overa Aru Biosphere
Reserve are Hare, Serow, Rhesus Macaque, Grey Langur, Himalayan Mouse,
etc. The bird population of the reserve consists of both resident as
well as migratory pheasants and some other bird species. The avian life
comprises of Snow Cock, Koklas, Blue Rock Pigeon, European Hoopoe,
Griffon Vulture, Kashmir Roller, Monal, etc.
Accommodation
Tourist and private accommodation is easily available at Pahalgam.
There is also an availability of camping sites.
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