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Western Ghats trekking

Trek Through Paradise: Unveiling the Magic of the Western Ghats

Embark on an unforgettable journey into the heart of India’s natural crown jewel, the Western Ghats. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this mountain range boasts a staggering diversity of landscapes, from lush evergreen forests to cascading waterfalls and misty hill stations. Our Western Ghats treks are designed for adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts alike, offering a unique opportunity to:

Immerse Yourself in Breathtaking Beauty

Traverse through diverse terrains, encountering gushing rivers, serene lakes, and panoramic vistas that will leave you awestruck. Each step reveals nature’s splendor, inviting you to pause and savor the moment.

Unveil a Treasure Trove of Flora and Fauna

Spot a vibrant tapestry of life, from exotic birds like the Malabar Grey Hornbill to elusive mammals like the Lion-tailed Macaque. Learn about the region’s rich biodiversity and its importance for global conservation efforts. Your journey will be guided by expert naturalists who share a deep passion for the environment.

Explore UNESCO Heritage Sites

Hike through designated UNESCO sites, understanding the ecological and cultural significance of the Western Ghats. These trails not only offer breathtaking views but also a glimpse into the ancient traditions and histories that shape this region.

Trek Across Multiple States

Our treks cover various stretches of the Western Ghats, allowing you to explore regions in Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Maharashtra. Experience the unique cultures and traditions that flourish in these states, each adding a distinct flavor to your adventure.

Support Conservation Efforts

Choose a trek that partners with local communities and organizations dedicated to protecting the Western Ghats’ fragile ecosystem. Your participation helps sustain conservation projects and supports the livelihoods of those who call these mountains home.

Discover Hidden Gems

Venture off the beaten path and discover lesser-known trails, waterfalls, and wildlife sanctuaries. These hidden treasures offer solitude and serenity, perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Karnataka

  • National Parks:
    • Bandipur National Park
    • Bannerghatta National Park
    • Kudremukh National Park
    • Nagarhole National Park
    • Anshi National Park
  • Wildlife Sanctuaries: Explore 18, including Bhadra, Dandeli, and Brahmagiri.
  • Bird Sanctuaries: Visit 5 sanctuaries including Ranganathittu and Gudavi.

Kerala

  • National Parks:
    • Eravikulam National Park
    • Silent Valley National Park
    • Periyar National Park
    • Mathikettan Shola National Park
    • Anamudi Shola National Park
    • Pambadum Shola National Park
  • Wildlife Sanctuaries: Explore 14, including Wayanad and Chinnar.
  • Tiger Reserves: Periyar and Parambikulam.

Tamil Nadu

  • National Parks:
    • Mudumalai National Park
    • Mukurthi National Park
    • Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park
    • Guindy National Park
    • Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park
  • Wildlife Sanctuaries: Visit 15, including Kalakkad Mundanthurai and Sathyamangalam.
  • Tiger Reserves: Kalakkad Mundanthurai, Anamalai, Mudumalai, and Sathyamangalam.
  • Bird Sanctuaries: 15 including Vedanthangal and Koonthankulam.

Popular Trekking Destinations in Karnataka

Karnataka Trekking Destinations

1. Kudremukh Trek

  • Location: Chikmagalur
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Highlights: Grasslands, rolling hills, and panoramic views. Named after the mountain’s shape resembling a horse’s face.

2. Tadiandamol Trek

  • Location: Coorg
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Highlights: Highest peak in Coorg, lush forests, and sweeping vistas. The trek takes you through thick forests and lush greenery.

3. Mullayanagiri Trek

  • Location: Chikmagalur
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Highlights: Highest peak in Karnataka, with spectacular views of the surrounding valleys and hills. The trek passes through coffee plantations and grassy slopes.

4. Kumara Parvatha Trek

  • Location: Coorg
  • Difficulty: Challenging
  • Highlights: Known for its tough terrain and beautiful scenery. The trek offers lush green forests, steep climbs, and panoramic views.

5. Brahmagiri Trek

  • Location: Coorg
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Highlights: Trek through dense forests, grasslands, and waterfalls. The route also passes through the Thirunelli temple and the Iruppu Falls.

6. Agumbe Ghat Trek

  • Location: Agumbe
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Highlights: Famous for its sunsets, rainforests, and rich biodiversity. The trek offers the chance to explore dense rainforests and spot various species of flora and fauna.

7. Netravathi Peak Trek

  • Location: Kudremukh
  • Difficulty: Challenging
  • Highlights: A lesser-known trek that offers serene landscapes and less crowded trails. The peak provides panoramic views of the surrounding hills and valleys.

8. Kodachadri Trek

  • Location: Shimoga
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Highlights: Dense forests, waterfalls, and a picturesque sunset view. The trek also includes a visit to the Mookambika Temple at the peak.

9. Skandagiri Trek

  • Location: Near Bangalore
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Highlights: Night trek offering beautiful sunrise views. The trek involves navigating through a ruined fort and lush greenery.

10. Ombattu Gudda Trek

  • Location: Sakleshpur
  • Difficulty: Challenging
  • Highlights: Nine hillocks that form the ‘Ombattu Gudda’. The trek is known for its scenic beauty and dense forests.

11. Kudlu Theertha Falls Trek

  • Location: Udupi
  • Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
  • Highlights: A beautiful waterfall nestled within the forest. The trek involves walking through lush greenery and crossing small streams.

12. Yana Caves Trek

  • Location: Uttara Kannada
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Highlights: Unique rock formations and caves. The trek takes you through dense forests to the Yana Caves, known for their striking limestone structures.

13. Ballalarayana Durga Fort Trek

  • Location: Chikmagalur
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Highlights: Historical fort and panoramic views of the Western Ghats. The trek offers scenic beauty and a touch of history.

14. Kavaledurga Fort Trek

  • Location: Shimoga
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Highlights: Ancient fort ruins and scenic views. The trek is a mix of history and nature, offering beautiful landscapes and historical insights.

15. Ettina Bhuja Trek

  • Location: Mudigere
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Highlights: Known for its ox’s hump-shaped peak. The trek offers stunning views of the surrounding hills and valleys.

Join Us on an Unforgettable Adventure

Our treks cater to all levels of experience, offering guided tours with expert naturalists who will share their knowledge and passion for the region. Each trek is designed with sustainable practices and Leave No Trace ethics in mind, ensuring that we protect and preserve the beauty of the Western Ghats for future generations.

Reconnect with nature, support conservation, and create lasting memories amidst the breathtaking beauty of the Western Ghats. Contact us today to book your trek and embark on an adventure that will stay with you forever.

The Western Ghats, spanning across Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu, are home to a rich and diverse array of wildlife. Here is a list of notable wild animals that can be found in these regions:

Here’s how the list can be organized into a horizontal table with categories as columns:

Mammals Birds Reptiles Amphibians Invertebrates Fish Insects Arachnids
Asian Elephant (Elephas maximus indicus) Great Hornbill (Buceros bicornis) King Cobra (Ophiophagus hannah) Purple Frog (Nasikabatrachus sahyadrensis) Malabar Tree Nymph (Idea malabarica) Malabar Banded Peacockfish (Dario urops) Giant Wood Moth (Endoxyla cinereus) Gooty Sapphire Ornamental Tarantula (Poecilotheria metallica)
Bengal Tiger (Panthera tigris tigris) Malabar Grey Hornbill (Ocyceros griseus) Malabar Pit Viper (Trimeresurus malabaricus) Chalazodes Bubble-nest Frog (Raorchestes chalazodes) Travancore Evening Brown (Parantirrhoea marshalli) Western Ghats Loach (Mesonoemacheilus triangularis) Atlas Beetle (Chalcosoma atlas) Indian Ornamental Tarantula (Poecilotheria regalis)
Indian Leopard (Panthera pardus fusca) Nilgiri Wood Pigeon (Columba elphinstonii) Indian Rock Python (Python molurus) Beddome’s Caecilian (Ichthyophis beddomei) Atlas Moth (Attacus atlas) Channa diplogramma (Malabar Snakehead) Malabar Long-horned Beetle (Batocera rufomaculata) Western Ghats Jumping Spider (Phidippus spp.)
Lion-tailed Macaque (Macaca silenus) White-bellied Treepie (Dendrocitta leucogastra) Travancore Tortoise (Indotestudo travancorica) Malabar Gliding Frog (Rhacophorus malabaricus) Western Ghats Tiger Butterfly (Parantica nilgiriensis) Puntius denisonii (Redline Torpedo Barb) Tarantula Hawk Wasp (Pepsis spp.) Golden Orb-weaver Spider (Nephila pilipes)
Nilgiri Tahr (Nilgiritragus hylocrius) Nilgiri Flycatcher (Eumyias albicaudatus) Western Ghats Flying Lizard (Draco dussumieri) Silent Valley Bush Frog (Raorchestes silentvalleyensis) Southern Birdwing Butterfly (Troides minos) Barilius canarensis (Canara Barb) Western Ghats Tiger Beetle (Cicindela aurofasciata) Indian Black Scorpion (Heterometrus swammerdami)
Sloth Bear (Melursus ursinus) Malabar Parakeet (Psittacula columboides) Indian Monitor Lizard (Varanus bengalensis) Resplendent Shrub Frog (Raorchestes resplendens) Blue Mormon Butterfly (Papilio polymnestor) Miss Kerala (Puntius denisonii) Great Green Bush Cricket (Tettigonia viridissima) Peacock Parachute Spider (Poecilotheria metallica)
Gaur (Bos gaurus) Grey-headed Bulbul (Pycnonotus priocephalus) Banded Krait (Bungarus fasciatus) Gundia Indian Frog (Indirana gundia) Travancore Evening Brown Butterfly (Parantirrhoea marshalli) Mahseer (Tor spp.) Indian Moon Moth (Actias selene) Western Ghats Wolf Spider (Lycosa spp.)
Sambar Deer (Rusa unicolor) White-bellied Blue Robin (Myiomela albiventris) Spectacled Cobra (Naja naja) Anaimalai Reed Frog (Micrixalus saxicola) Giant Wood Spider (Nephila pilipes) Barred Danio (Devario aequipinnatus) Giant Katydid (Macrolyristes corporalis) Giant Crab Spider (Heteropoda venatoria)
Chital (Spotted Deer) (Axis axis) Black-and-orange Flycatcher (Ficedula nigrorufa) Green Vine Snake (Ahaetulla nasuta) Variegated Golden Frog (Hylarana malabarica) Common Pierrot Butterfly (Castalius rosimon) Western Ghats Snakehead (Channa diplogramma) Hornet Moth (Sesia apiformis)  
Mouse Deer (Moschiola indica) Nilgiri Thrush (Zoothera neilgherriensis) Travancore Shieldtail (Uropeltis grandis) Anaimalai Flying Frog (Rhacophorus pseudomalabaricus) Common Jezebel Butterfly (Delias eucharis) Banded Gourami (Trichogaster fasciata) Malabar Torrent Dart (Euphaea dispar)  
Wild Boar (Sus scrofa) Black Eagle (Ictinaetus malaiensis) Indian Chameleon (Chamaeleo zeylanicus) Ghatixalus Asterops (Ghatixalus asterops) Tamil Yeoman Butterfly (Cirrochroa thais) Western Ghats Barb (Sahyadria denisonii) Red Cotton Stainer Bug (Dysdercus cingulatus)  
Indian Giant Squirrel (Ratufa indica) Crested Serpent Eagle (Spilornis cheela) Indian Skink (Eutropis carinata) Amboli Toad (Xanthophryne tigerina) Emerald Swallowtail (Papilio palinurus) Malabar Mahseer (Tor malabaricus) Praying Mantis (Hierodula spp.)  
Malabar Giant Squirrel (Ratufa indica malabarica) Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher (Ceyx erithaca) Olive Forest Skink (Sphenomorphus indicus) Anamalai Dot Frog (Uperodon anamalaiensis) Glory Butterfly (Cethosia cyane) Puntius filamentosus (Filament Barb) Giant Asian Mantis (Hierodula membranacea)  
Stripe-necked Mongoose (Herpestes vitticollis) Ceylon Frogmouth (Batrachostomus moniliger) Keralan Shieldtail (Uropeltis rubrolineata) Bombay Night Frog (Nyctibatrachus humayuni) Common Crow Butterfly (Euploea core) Western Ghats Golden Loach (Mesonoemacheilus triangularis) Western Ghats Dragonfly (Indothemis carnatica)  
Smooth-coated Otter (Lutrogale perspicillata) Malabar Trogon (Harpactes fasciatus) Malabar Shieldtail (Uropeltis liura) Malabar Torrent Toad (Ghatophryne ornata) Tawny Coster Butterfly (Acraea terpsichore) Dawn Loach (Nemacheilus triangularis) Giant Wood Wasp (Urocerus gigas)  
Nilgiri Langur (Semnopithecus johnii) Wynaad Laughingthrush (Pterorhinus delesserti) Travancore Wolf Snake (Lycodon travancoricus) Kalakad Night Frog (Nyctibatrachus grandis) Black Rajah Butterfly (Charaxes solon)      
Bonnet Macaque (Macaca radiata) Blue-winged Parakeet (Psittacula columboides) Nilgiri Keelback (Hebius beddomei) Anamalai Bush Frog (Raorchestes anamalaiensis) Bush Brown Butterfly (Mycalesis spp.)      
Rusty-spotted Cat (Prionailurus rubiginosus) Rufous Babbler (Argya subrufa) Hump-nosed Pit Viper (Hypnale hypnale) Resplendent Bush Frog (Raorchestes resplendens) Blue Tiger Butterfly (Tirumala limniace)      
Small Indian Civet (Viverricula indica) Grey Junglefowl (Gallus sonneratii) Indian Fringe-fingered Lizard (Acanthodactylus cantoris) Large-eyed Reed Frog (Heterixalus tricolor) Common Rose Butterfly (Pachliopta aristolochiae)      

Mammals

  1. Asian Elephant (Elephas maximus indicus)
  2. Bengal Tiger (Panthera tigris tigris)
  3. Indian Leopard (Panthera pardus fusca)
  4. Lion-tailed Macaque (Macaca silenus)
  5. Nilgiri Tahr (Nilgiritragus hylocrius)
  6. Sloth Bear (Melursus ursinus)
  7. Gaur (Bos gaurus)
  8. Sambar Deer (Rusa unicolor)
  9. Chital (Spotted Deer) (Axis axis)
  10. Mouse Deer (Moschiola indica)
  11. Wild Boar (Sus scrofa)
  12. Indian Giant Squirrel (Ratufa indica)
  13. Malabar Giant Squirrel (Ratufa indica malabarica)
  14. Stripe-necked Mongoose (Herpestes vitticollis)
  15. Smooth-coated Otter (Lutrogale perspicillata)
  16. Nilgiri Langur (Semnopithecus johnii)
  17. Bonnet Macaque (Macaca radiata)
  18. Rusty-spotted Cat (Prionailurus rubiginosus)
  19. Small Indian Civet (Viverricula indica)
  20. Indian Pangolin (Manis crassicaudata)
  21. Dhole (Indian Wild Dog) (Cuon alpinus)
  22. Barking Deer (Muntjac) (Muntiacus muntjak)
  23. Black Panther (Melanistic Panthera pardus fusca)
  24. Golden Jackal (Canis aureus)
  25. Indian Fox (Vulpes bengalensis)
  26. Rusty-spotted Cat (Prionailurus rubiginosus)
  27. Indian Crested Porcupine (Hystrix indica)
  28. Indian Hare (Lepus nigricollis)
  29. Indian Grey Mongoose (Herpestes edwardsii)
  30. Indian Flying Fox (Pteropus giganteus)
  31. Indian Bison (Gaur) (Bos gaurus)
  32. Jungle Cat (Felis chaus)
  33. Smooth-coated Otter (Lutrogale perspicillata)
  34. Fishing Cat (Prionailurus viverrinus)
  35. Four-horned Antelope (Chousingha) (Tetracerus quadricornis)
  36. Indian Palm Squirrel (Funambulus palmarum)
  37. Black-naped Hare (Lepus nigricollis nigricollis)
  38. Nilgiri Marten (Martes gwatkinsii)
  39. Indian Pipistrelle (Pipistrellus coromandra)
  40. Indian Flying Squirrel (Petaurista philippensis)
  41. Indian Grey Wolf (Canis lupus pallipes)
  42. Indian Porcupine (Hystrix indica)
  43. Ruddy Mongoose (Herpestes smithii)
  44. Indian Hog Deer (Axis porcinus)
  45. Striped Hyena (Hyaena hyaena)
  46. Small Indian Civet (Viverricula indica)
  47. Indian Mole Rat (Nesokia indica)
  48. Indian Fruit Bat (Pteropus giganteus)
  49. Dusky-striped Squirrel (Funambulus sublineatus)
  50. Large Brown Flying Fox (Pteropus vampyrus)

Birds

  1. Great Hornbill (Buceros bicornis)
  2. Malabar Grey Hornbill (Ocyceros griseus)
  3. Nilgiri Wood Pigeon (Columba elphinstonii)
  4. White-bellied Treepie (Dendrocitta leucogastra)
  5. Nilgiri Flycatcher (Eumyias albicaudatus)
  6. Malabar Parakeet (Psittacula columboides)
  7. Grey-headed Bulbul (Pycnonotus priocephalus)
  8. White-bellied Blue Robin (Myiomela albiventris)
  9. Black-and-orange Flycatcher (Ficedula nigrorufa)
  10. Nilgiri Thrush (Zoothera neilgherriensis)
  11. Black Eagle (Ictinaetus malaiensis)
  12. Crested Serpent Eagle (Spilornis cheela)
  13. Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher (Ceyx erithaca)
  14. Ceylon Frogmouth (Batrachostomus moniliger)
  15. Malabar Trogon (Harpactes fasciatus)
  16. Wynaad Laughingthrush (Pterorhinus delesserti)
  17. Blue-winged Parakeet (Psittacula columboides)
  18. Rufous Babbler (Argya subrufa)
  19. Grey Junglefowl (Gallus sonneratii)
  20. Painted Bush Quail (Perdicula erythrorhyncha)
  21. Nilgiri Blue Robin (Myiomela major)
  22. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch (Sitta frontalis)
  23. Brown Fish Owl (Ketupa zeylonensis)
  24. Fairy Bluebird (Irena puella)
  25. Grey-fronted Green Pigeon (Treron affinis)
  26. Crested Hawk-Eagle (Nisaetus cirrhatus)
  27. Asian Fairy-bluebird (Irena puella)
  28. Brown-cheeked Fulvetta (Alcippe poioicephala)
  29. Nilgiri Pipit (Anthus nilghiriensis)
  30. Malabar Whistling Thrush (Myophonus horsfieldii)
  31. Blue-faced Malkoha (Phaenicophaeus viridirostris)
  32. Grey-headed Bulbul (Pycnonotus priocephalus)
  33. Asian Koel (Eudynamys scolopaceus)
  34. Vernal Hanging Parrot (Loriculus vernalis)
  35. Yellow-browed Bulbul (Iole indica)
  36. Crimson-backed Sunbird (Leptocoma minima)
  37. Malabar Barbet (Psilopogon malabaricus)
  38. Black-throated Munia (Lonchura kelaarti)
  39. Blue-capped Rock Thrush (Monticola cinclorhyncha)
  40. Indian Pitta (Pitta brachyura)

Reptiles

  1. King Cobra (Ophiophagus hannah)
  2. Malabar Pit Viper (Trimeresurus malabaricus)
  3. Indian Rock Python (Python molurus)
  4. Travancore Tortoise (Indotestudo travancorica)
  5. Western Ghats Flying Lizard (Draco dussumieri)
  6. Indian Monitor Lizard (Varanus bengalensis)
  7. Banded Krait (Bungarus fasciatus)
  8. Spectacled Cobra (Naja naja)
  9. Green Vine Snake (Ahaetulla nasuta)
  10. Travancore Shieldtail (Uropeltis grandis)
  11. Travancore Tortoise (Indotestudo travancorica)
  12. Indian Chameleon (Chamaeleo zeylanicus)
  13. Indian Skink (Eutropis carinata)
  14. Olive Forest Skink (Sphenomorphus indicus)
  15. Keralan Shieldtail (Uropeltis rubrolineata)
  16. Malabar Shieldtail (Uropeltis liura)
  17. Travancore Wolf Snake (Lycodon travancoricus)
  18. Nilgiri Keelback (Hebius beddomei)
  19. Hump-nosed Pit Viper (Hypnale hypnale)
  20. Indian Fringe-fingered Lizard (Acanthodactylus cantoris)

Amphibians

  1. Purple Frog (Nasikabatrachus sahyadrensis)
  2. Chalazodes Bubble-nest Frog (Raorchestes chalazodes)
  3. Beddome’s Caecilian (Ichthyophis beddomei)
  4. Malabar Gliding Frog (Rhacophorus malabaricus)
  5. Silent Valley Bush Frog (Raorchestes silentvalleyensis)
  6. Resplendent Shrub Frog (Raorchestes resplendens)
  7. Gundia Indian Frog (Indirana gundia)
  8. Anaimalai Reed Frog (Micrixalus saxicola)
  9. Variegated Golden Frog (Hylarana malabarica)
  10. Anaimalai Flying Frog (Rhacophorus pseudomalabaricus)
  11. Ghatixalus Asterops (Ghatixalus asterops)
  12. Amboli Toad (Xanthophryne tigerina)
  13. Anamalai Dot Frog (Uperodon anamalaiensis)
  14. Bombay Night Frog (Nyctibatrachus humayuni)
  15. Malabar Torrent Toad (Ghatophryne ornata)
  16. Kalakad Night Frog (Nyctibatrachus grandis)
  17. Anamalai Bush Frog (Raorchestes anamalaiensis)
  18. Resplendent Bush Frog (Raorchestes resplendens)
  19. Large-eyed Reed Frog (Heterixalus tricolor)

Invertebrates

  1. Malabar Tree Nymph (Idea malabarica)
  2. Travancore Evening Brown (Parantirrhoea marshalli)
  3. Atlas Moth (Attacus atlas)
  4. Western Ghats Tiger Butterfly (Parantica nilgiriensis)
  5. Southern Birdwing Butterfly (Troides minos)
  6. Blue Mormon Butterfly (Papilio polymnestor)
  7. Travancore Evening Brown Butterfly (Parantirrhoea marshalli)
  8. Giant Wood Spider (Nephila pilipes)
  9. Common Pierrot Butterfly (Castalius rosimon)
  10. Malabar Tree Toad (Pedostibes tuberculosus)
  11. Common Jezebel Butterfly (Delias eucharis)
  12. Tamil Yeoman Butterfly (Cirrochroa thais)
  13. Emerald Swallowtail (Papilio palinurus)
  14. Glory Butterfly (Cethosia cyane)
  15. Common Crow Butterfly (Euploea core)
  16. Tawny Coster Butterfly (Acraea terpsichore)
  17. Black Rajah Butterfly (Charaxes solon)
  18. Bush Brown Butterfly (Mycalesis spp.)
  19. Blue Tiger Butterfly (Tirumala limniace)
  20. Common Rose Butterfly (Pachliopta aristolochiae)
  21. Southern Birdwing Butterfly (Troides minos)
  22. Crimson Rose Butterfly (Pachliopta hector)
  23. Striped Albatross Butterfly (Appias libythea)
  24. Blue Oakleaf Butterfly (Kallima horsfieldii)
  25. Great Eggfly Butterfly (Hypolimnas bolina)
  26. Blue Mormon Butterfly (Papilio polymnestor)
  27. Common Mime Butterfly (Chilasa clytia)
  28. Common Crow Butterfly (Euploea core)
  29. Tawny Coster Butterfly (Acraea terpsichore)
  30. Indian Emigrant Butterfly (Catopsilia pyranthe)

Fish

  1. Malabar Banded Peacockfish (Dario urops)
  2. Western Ghats Loach (Mesonoemacheilus triangularis)
  3. Channa diplogramma (Malabar Snakehead)
  4. Puntius denisonii (Redline Torpedo Barb)
  5. Barilius canarensis (Canara Barb)
  6. Miss Kerala (Puntius denisonii) (Sahyadria denisonii)
  7. Mahseer (Tor spp.)
  8. Barred Danio (Devario aequipinnatus)
  9. Western Ghats Snakehead (Channa diplogramma)
  10. Banded Gourami (Trichogaster fasciata)
  11. Western Ghats Barb (Sahyadria denisonii)
  12. Malabar Mahseer (Tor malabaricus)
  13. Puntius filamentosus (Filament Barb)
  14. Western Ghats Golden Loach (Mesonoemacheilus triangularis)
  15. Dawn Loach (Nemacheilus triangularis)

Insects

  1. Giant Wood Moth (Endoxyla cinereus)
  2. Atlas Beetle (Chalcosoma atlas)
  3. Malabar Long-horned Beetle (Batocera rufomaculata)
  4. Tarantula Hawk Wasp (Pepsis spp.)
  5. Western Ghats Tiger Beetle (Cicindela aurofasciata)
  6. Great Green Bush Cricket (Tettigonia viridissima)
  7. Indian Moon Moth (Actias selene)
  8. Giant Katydid (Macrolyristes corporalis)
  9. Hornet Moth (Sesia apiformis)
  10. Malabar Torrent Dart (Euphaea dispar)
  11. Red Cotton Stainer Bug (Dysdercus cingulatus)
  12. Praying Mantis (Hierodula spp.)
  13. Giant Asian Mantis (Hierodula membranacea)
  14. Western Ghats Dragonfly (Indothemis carnatica)
  15. Giant Wood Wasp (Urocerus gigas)

Arachnids

  1. Gooty Sapphire Ornamental Tarantula (Poecilotheria metallica)
  2. Indian Ornamental Tarantula (Poecilotheria regalis)
  3. Western Ghats Jumping Spider (Phidippus spp.)
  4. Golden Orb-weaver Spider (Nephila pilipes)
  5. Indian Black Scorpion (Heterometrus swammerdami)
  6. Peacock Parachute Spider (Poecilotheria metallica)
  7. Western Ghats Wolf Spider (Lycosa spp.)
  8. Giant Crab Spider (Heteropoda venatoria)
  9. Banded Garden Spider (Argiope trifasciata)
  10. Social Huntsman Spider (Heteropoda venatoria)

Crustaceans

  1. Malabar Crab (Paratelphusa hydrodromous)
  2. Indian River Shrimp (Macrobrachium malcolmsonii)
  3. Travancore Freshwater Crab (Oziotelphusa travancorica)
  4. Indian River Crab (Barytelphusa cunicularis)
  5. Freshwater Prawn (Macrobrachium rosenbergii)
  6. Western Ghats Prawn (Caridina gracilirostris)

Molluscs

  1. Indian Apple Snail (Pila globosa)
  2. Malabar Freshwater Mussel (Lamellidens marginalis)
  3. Western Ghats Freshwater Clam (Parreysia spp.)
  4. Giant African Snail (Achatina fulica)
  5. Indian Pond Snail (Viviparus bengalensis)

The Western Ghats are a hotspot for biodiversity and play a crucial role in conservation efforts. This region’s diverse ecosystems support a wide variety of species, many of which are endemic and threatened, highlighting the importance of sustainable tourism and conservation initiatives.

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