10 lesser-know wildlife parks in India to find rare turtle species

1. Bhitarkanika National Park, Odisha: Mangrove-rich estuary park houses olive ridley turtles, freshwater turtles, and diverse aquatic life. (Image: Canva)

2. Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary, Andhra Pradesh: Mangrove-lined estuaries house rare olive ridley and freshwater turtles in tranquil waters. (Image: Canva)

3. Indravati National Park, Chhattisgarh: Home to freshwater turtles and crocodiles, the park features rivers and dense forest ecosystems. (Image: Canva)

4. Kolleru Wildlife Sanctuary, Andhra Pradesh: This wetland sanctuary shelters rare turtles amidst its extensive lakes and migratory bird populations. (Image: Canva)

5. Sundarbans National Park, West Bengal: Mangrove channels support olive ridley and riverine turtles, coexisting with estuarine crocodiles and fish species. (Image: Canva)

6. Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary, Karnataka: Wetlands provide safe nesting grounds for freshwater turtles alongside migratory birds in quiet riverbanks. (Image: Canva)

7. Malabar Wildlife Sanctuary, Kerala: Western Ghats streams host freshwater turtles and rare amphibians, hidden amid lush forest cover. (Image: Canva)

8. Mahanadi Delta Wetlands, Odisha: Wetlands along the Mahanadi River provide habitat for endangered turtles like Indian flap-shelled turtles. (Image: Canva)

9. Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary, Odisha: Famous for olive ridley turtle nesting beaches along the coastline and protected estuarine zones. (Image: Canva)

10. Bhavanisagar Wildlife Sanctuary, Tamil Nadu: Reservoir and river ecosystems support freshwater turtle species and diverse aquatic wildlife. (Image: Canva)