8 best National parks to spot deers in India this March
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Kanha National Park, Madhya Pradesh
Kanha is the best place to spot barasingha (swamp deer), which were once on the brink of extinction. Open meadows and dense forests also shelter spotted deer and sambar deer, offering spectacular wildlife sightings.
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Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan
Ranthambore’s dry deciduous forests and open grasslands make it an ideal place to see spotted deer (chital) and sambar deer, often grazing near lakes or moving cautiously in tiger territory.
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Jim Corbett National Park, Uttarakhand
India’s oldest national park is a paradise for sambar deer, spotted deer, and barking deer. They can be frequently spotted in the Dhikala and Bijrani zones, especially near water sources.
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Bandipur National Park, Karnataka
This picturesque wildlife sanctuary in Karnataka is home to chital, sambar, and barking deer. Safari trails often lead to herds grazing under towering teak and sandalwood trees, creating perfect photography moments.
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Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve, Maharashtra
While Tadoba is famous for tigers, it also shelters spotted deer and sambar deer in its dry forests. The meadows near waterholes offer prime deer-spotting opportunities, especially during early morning safaris.
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Kaziranga National Park, Assam
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kaziranga is home to swamp deer (barasingha), spotted deer, and hog deer. These graceful creatures thrive in the park’s floodplains, adding to the breathtaking biodiversity.
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Pench National Park, Madhya Pradesh-Maharashtra
Pench’s lush forests, immortalized in The Jungle Book, host spotted deer, sambar, and barking deer. These species are often seen in large numbers, making the park a great wildlife photography destination.
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Periyar National Park, Kerala
Situated in the Western Ghats, Periyar is home to sambar and barking deer, often spotted near the serene Periyar Lake. Their presence adds to the tranquil yet wild atmosphere of the park.