Flora
of Gir:
Teak
trees dominate the Gir region. Nearly half of the forest is teak
forest. The most commonly found species in this region include
are-acacia, Banyan, Jamun, Amla, Salia, Bamboo, etc. The trees of
this forest have relatively broad leaves. They are particularly
helpful in increasing the moisture content of the region. The forest
department has planted Casuarina & Prosopis on the coastal
border. Following this technique, the forest officials are enhancing
the chances of deforestation in the area. According to a survey
performed in the 1955, there were approximately 400 species of
plants. Over the years, the number has been increased dramatically.
Fauna
of Gir:
There
are approximately 300 lion species in this region. Panthera Leo of
Gir is just a bit smaller than its cousins found in Africa. The
present count of this species in Gir is about 411. According to the
last survey, the total count of fauna species in Gir forest was
approximately 2,375. This includes 38 mammals, 37 species of reptiles
and rest are insects. Some of the most important carnivores found in
this region include Cobras, Jackal, Desert Cat, Lions, Leopards,
Bears, and Mongoose. The major herbivores include Bluebull, Chital
and Sambar.
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By
Flight:
Diu
Airport is the nearest airport from Sasan Gir. It is situated at a
distance of approximately 64Km.
By
Train:
There
are no major trains to Sasan Gir. The nearest airport is Malia
Hatina.