This atlas is in beta. I am still checking facts, ranges, and species lists, so some of it may be wrong or incomplete. It is here early so these places get seen. If you spot an error, write to me.
Pench Tiger Reserve (Maharashtra)
BetaAlso known as Pench National Park
The Maharashtra side of Pench carries the same teak forest and tiger density as the Madhya Pradesh half, with fewer vehicles. It makes for a quieter safari.
Why this place matters
A vital, high-density tiger habitat that operates synergistically with its Madhya Pradesh counterpart.
The wildlife
A field list of species recorded in this landscape, with current IUCN Red List status.
Mammals
Bengal tigerPanthera tigris tigrisENEndangered
DholeCuon alpinusENEndangered
Four-horned antelopeTetracerus quadricornisVUVulnerable
Gaur (Indian bison)Bos gaurusVUVulnerable
Chital (spotted deer)Axis axisLCLeast Concern
Golden jackalCanis aureusLCLeast Concern
Indian leopardPanthera pardus fuscaNTNear Threatened
Plan your visit
March and April offer excellent visibility and high predator movement around shrinking waterholes.