Mookambika Wildlife Sanctuary
Among the many national parks and wildlife sanctuaries in Karnataka, Mookambika has made an indelible mark due to its rich flora and fauna and is home to animals like slender loris and lion-tailed macaque. This national park is situated in Kollur in the Udupi district of Karnataka and is also known for being a safe habitat for sambar, chital, sloth bear, gaur, wild pig, sambar, barking deer, otter, porcupine, tiger, and leopard.
The park is also a secure shelter for endangered cane turtles and a species of climber called Coscinium fenestrated. It shares its boundary with Sharavathi Valley Wildlife Sanctuary and is a great place for enjoying activities like camping and trekking.