Location:
35 Kms From Thalassery, Kerala
Altitude: 1145 m Above Sea Level
Main Attractions: Sloth Bear, Mouse
Deer
Highest Peak: Katti Betta
Aaralam
Wildlife Sanctuary is a tranquil little sanctuary on the
slopes of the Western Ghats. The highest peak of Katti Betta,
covered with tropical and semi- evergreen forests rises to a
majestic height of 1145 m above sea level.
A variety of flora and fauna endemic to the Western Ghats is
found here. Herds of deer, elephants, boar and bison are quite
common. Leopards, Jungle Cats and various types of Squirrels
have also been sighted.
The Wild Population
Elephants, Sloth Bear, Sambar, Mouse Deer, Jungle Cats and
various kinds of Squirrels are found in this sanctuary. It is
also rich in avifauna and reptiles.
