Ushakothi Wildlife Sanctuary - Ushakothi or
Badrama Sanctuary in Yavatmal, Odisha (Orissa) has a population of tigers,
leopards, panthers, sloth bears and elephants in addition to the sambal,
gaur, chital and nilgai. The dense deciduous forest flanked by the
Wardha and Penganga rivers covers 130 sq. km and is one of the smaller
sanctuaries of Odisha (Orissa).
The watch towers installed within the sanctuary provide a good view of
the animals flocking the nearby watering points at night. Jeeps are also
available from the forest office. Accommodation is available at the Forest
Rest House, Badrama, 3 km away. Guide and spot lights are available
with the Forest Range Officer against nominal charges.
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