Wildlife across Kerala

Wildlife Sanctuaries in Thiruvananthapuram

Explore wildlife destinations in Thiruvananthapuram, with local highlights and useful ideas for planning a visit.

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Meet Kerala’s wild side in Thiruvananthapuram

The Western Ghats give Kerala an impressive range of forests, grasslands, and wildlife habitats. Explore Periyar, Wayanad, Silent Valley, Eravikulam, and other nature destinations for forest walks, safaris, birdwatching, and memorable encounters with the landscape. This guide focuses on wildlife destinations in Thiruvananthapuram, with local listings to help you plan your visit.

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Wildlife Sanctuaries in Thiruvananthapuram

Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve

UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
Thiruvananthapuram District
Status: Unverified

UNESCO biosphere reserve harboring hornbills, Nilgiri tahr, wild boars, and endemic species.

Key Attractions:
UNESCO Status Hornbill Population Nilgiri Tahr
December to April
70 km

Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary

Multi-Species Sanctuary
Thiruvananthapuram District
Status: Unverified

Diverse wildlife sanctuary home to tigers, elephants, crocodiles, sambar deer, and Nilgiri langurs in Western Ghats setting.

Key Attractions:
Tiger Population Elephant Herds Crocodile Breeding
October to April
30 km

Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary

Elephant Sanctuary
Thiruvananthapuram District
Status: Unverified

Important elephant habitat featuring leopards, Malabar giant squirrels, and diverse forest ecosystem.

Key Attractions:
Elephant Corridors Leopard Territory Malabar Giant Squirrel
November to April
50 km

Thiruvananthapuram Zoo

City Zoo
Thiruvananthapuram District
Status: Unverified

Thiruvananthapuram Zoo is one of Kerala’s best-known urban wildlife attractions, set among mature trees in the Museum compound and close to the Napier Museum and other city landmarks.

Key Attractions:
Local biodiversity Green open spaces Nature-focused experiences
October to March
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