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AREA: 520 sq. km. ESTABLISHED : Earlier called Hailey National Park. In 1936 declared as a National Park. In 1952 after India gained her Independence form the British, the name was changed to Ramganga National Park. The forest was re-christened the Corbett National Park in 1957. And in 1973 declared as the Tiger Reserve project.  FAUNA Forests: Predominantly Sal. The following forest types are found within the reserve. Northern Moist Deciduous forests-Moist Shiwalik sal, moist bhabar dun Sal, western Genetic moist mixed deciduous, alluvial savannah wooland. Northern Tropical dry deciduous, forests-dry shiwalik Sal, northern dry mixed deciduous, khair session. Grasslands: Locally known as chaurs. It is estimated that about one-tenths of the total area of the reserve is under grass cover. The largest grassland is the Dhikala Chaur. Some of the best areas under grasslands, including the famous Buxar Cahur and Beri Chaur, were submerged by the Ramganga reservior in 1974. The area made available as a result of the relocation of the Dhara, Jhirna and Kothirau Chaurs in 1994 is being developed into grasslands through habitat alteration Wetlands: The Ramganga reservoir, which came into being in 1974, stretches over an area of around 82 sq. km., with one half each in Corbett National Park and Sonanadi Wildlife Sanctuary. Riverine Areas: The Ramgang reservoir, which came into being the Mandal, Palain and Sonandi. Numerous mountains streams locally called sots flow into these rivers. The mullahs and ravines are thickly covered with evergreen shrubs and glads. Water Bodies: Mailani Tal and Phul Tal located in the Bahrain Range are stagnant water bodies. Swamps: Many areas located along the boundary of the Ramganga reservoir and along springs are swampy, typically covered with jamun trees and cane, providing good cover for the tiger to rest in during the hot summer months. 
Vegetation: Bhabar type of vegetation is most typical of the park
though different kinds of vegetation cover the varying topography. Haldu
is frequently associated with sal as is karipak and rohini. Bakli with
its red leaves grows on the higher ridges. Also present are gurail,
khetwa, dhauri, ber, amla, papri and mahua. There are 33 grass species
in the park, including bamboo. Jamun is found along dry riverbeds,
sisham and khair along the Ramganga River. Rare ground orchids are
scattered in certain areas and lantana and marijuana (Cannabis) are also
found here. FLORA Corbett has a good tiger population. It was here that the "Project Tiger" was launched in 1973. Corbett is the ultimate tiger haven. According to the official 2001 census, there are an estimated 137 tigers in the reserve. Four species of deer - Hog deer, Sambhar, Spotted deer & Barking deer and other prey like wild boar, support the predators. Besides tiger, Corbett biosphere reserve is a haven for 50 mammals, 580 kinds of birds and 25 reptile species. Some of the birds are the Graylag, Bar-headed Goose, Duck, Grape, Snipe, Sandpiper, Gull and wagtail. The residents include Darters, Cormorants, Egrets, Herons, the black-necked Stork and the spur winged Lapwings. Mammals: Elephant, tiger, Leopard, Jungle car, Fishing cat, Leopard Cat, Sambar, Chital, Serow, Ghural, Hog Deer, Barking Deer, Nilgai, Wild boar, Sloth Bear, Himalayan bear, Civet Cat, Marten, Porcupine, Mongoose, Otter & Hare. Reptiles: Python, King cobra, Snakes, Gharial & Mugger crocodiles, Turtle, Tortoise, Monitor lizard.
The duration of safari is about three to four hours and is conducted early morning or in the afternoon till sunset. Visitors must get permits to enter the park. The park administration centre based at Ramnagar issues these. A booking chit is issued, which must be shown at the Dhangari Gate. At the Amanda gate, permits are issued for day trips to Bijrani. The best way to visit the park is on four-wheel drive vehicles. Sunrise and sunset elephant rides to the park start from Dhikala. Four people share a ride on a first-come first-served basis. SEASON: Best time to visit is from 15th November to 15th June. TEMPERATURE
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