Eravikulam National Park, originally known as the Rajamalai Wildlife Sanctuary, was first managed as a game reserve. Eravikulam National Park has a very broad range of fauna. There are about 20 distinct orchid species, 132 different bird species, 19 different amphibian species, 26 different mammalian species, and a total of 101 different butterfly species in this area. The Nilgiri langur, the Atlas moth, the Nilgiri marten, the small-clawed otter, the Lion-tailed macaque, and a rare form of the leopard and lion are the prominent species that can be spotted here.
If you enjoy watching birds, get ready to delight yourself to the sight of Nilgiri Wood Pigeon, Kerala Laughing Thrush, White Bellied ShortWing, Black & Orange Flycatcher, and Nilgiri Verditer Flycatcher.
If you want to experience something new, take part in the ecotourism activity here. You will be violating a lot of the features and activities of the national park by participating in this activity. Additionally, monthly educational camps are planned here to help children and instil in them a feeling of environmental conservation. Last but not least, before you start your return trip, make sure to visit Anamudi mountain, Kerala's tallest mountain.
