Manjira wildlife sanctuary, Medak
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Area
The sanctuary is spread over an area of 20 sq. kms. in Medak district is at a distance of 50 kms. from Hyderabad.

Flora
The flora of the sanctuary is of riverine habitat. The sanctuary has extensive growth of Babul and Prosopis trees both on the islands and along the riverbanks interspersed with thick growth of lpomea. The commonly found water plants are Pistia, Hydrilla, Eichornia and Vallisneria.

Fauna
The sanctuary is the abode for a number of resident and migratory birds in addition to being the home for Marsh Crocodile, better known as muggar.

Crocodile breeding
This program was started in the year 1975-76 for the rehabilitation of crocodiles. The visitors can view the crocodiles in two breeding ponds from a close range.

Breeding and nesting spots
The sanctuary has nine small islands like Puttigadda, Bapangadda, Sangamgadda, Karnamgadda etc., which are the main breeding and nesting ground for the birds. The islands and the river banks have thick growth of Babul, Prosopis and lpomea which together make excellent nesting spots for the birds.

Boating
Three boats are in operation to take visitors around the sanctuary for bird watching. Binoculars, and books regarding bird identification are also available.

Film shows
Films on nature and wildlife are shown every day on 16mm projector.

Environmental Education Center
This center, with a museum, library and auditorium helps to educate visitors about nature conservation and maintenance of ecological balance.

Conservation activities
Protecting the flora and fauna of the sanctuary.

1) Keeping the water clean and pollution free.
2) Planting open patches on the islands and along the banks with Babul, etc., to create nesting sites for birds.

How to Reach
5 kms. from Sanga Reddy, 60 kms. from Hyderabad. Private transport is available..

Contact
Chief Wildlife Warden (AP), Aranya Bhavan, Hyderabad-4,
Conservator of Forests, Wildlife Management Circle, Aranya Bhavan, Hyderabad -4 ,
AP Phone: 040 - 3230561 Ext.206

Medak General Information
Medak town and the other tourist places in Medak district are easily accessible from Hyderabad. For the convenience of the tourist the general information on Medak town are given here.

Travel Information
Medak is situated at a distance of 70 kms. from Sangareddy, 100 kms from Hyderabad, 119 kms from Nizamabad 155 kms from Karimnagar. Medak is well connected by road and there are frequent bus services from Hyderabad, Nizamabad and Karimnagar. Private transport is also available from Sangareddy and Hyderabad.

Reservation offices
Road
A.P.S R.T.C Bus Depot: Phone No. 21346 (STD 08452)

Accessibility:
Nearest Airport is at Hyderabad, 90 Kms. from Medak.

Buses to Medak
Name Arrival Timings at Medak
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Hyderabad (via Tupran) Express 4.00,5.00,6.00,7.00,8.00,10.15,11.30,13.00,
14.00,15.00,.16.00,17.00,19.15,
Hyderabad (Via Narsapur) 4.30,5.30,6.30,7.30,8.00,8.30,9.15,9.30,
10.00,10.15,11.15,11.45,12.00,12.30,13.00,
13.30,14.00,15.00,16.15,17.00,17.15,18.30,
19.00.
Hyderabad (Via Papanna peta ) 20.00