Blackbuck National Park, Velavadar: A Grassland Paradise

Blackbuck National Park is a protected area in Bhavnagar District, which is home to the second biggest population of blackbuck antelope in India. Velavadar Blackbuck National Park is a widely used other name for Blackbuck National Park. It is a very healthy (in terms of nature) and uncontaminated area declared as a national park for the conservation of the blackbuck antelope. The national park carrying the name of Blackbuck came into being in the year 1976 and occupied approximately 34 sq km. This park is one of only a few in India that is a conservation area for Grasslands. The place besides the Blackbuck is also a place of residence for a variety of very beautiful landforms such as shrublands, grasslands, and wetlands, which are the most suitable habitat for a variety of wild animals. Wildlife lovers, bird watchers and nature photographers are the main visitors of this place. In the park anyone can find a mixture of these professionals, who are seeking the purity of nature and also the proper place for getting such things done.

What Makes Blackbuck National Park Unique?

Blackbuck National Park stands out for multiple reasons:

• Exclusive Grassland Ecosystem: Isn’t it surprising that just the opposite is true of the national parks and biodiversities situated in other regions? Only the Blackbuck National Park is the facility where you can find a grassland ecosystem.
  
• Abundant Blackbuck Population:This park is a shelter to numerous blackbucks which earns it the title of one of the highest in India. This spot is most suitable for persons who are fond of wildlife and birdwatching.
  
• Diverse Avian Habitat: As this carries a wetlands, it offers a comfortable environment to the bird species like endangered lesser florican and harriers
  

Prices, Timing, and Other Information

• Visiting Hours:
  
  • Morning: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    
  • Evening: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    
  • Opening and closing date: October 16 to June 15 

*This place is closed during the monsoon season.*

• Entry Fees:
  
  • Entrance for adults & walk-ins (Saturday/Sunday): INR 20
  • INR 400 for a car/jeep
  • INR 1000 for any car entrance (6 pax and above)
  • camera fees are INR 200
    
• For Foreign Nationals:
  • Entrance for adults & walk-ins (Saturday/Sunday): USD 6
  • Jeep/Car Entrance (up to 5 pax): USD 40
  • For any car entrance (6 pax and above): USD 100
  • Camera: USD 20 

• Best Time to Visit:
  
  • Late October to the end of March will be the best time for a pleasant environment and excellent wildlife spotting.
    
  • For watching migratory birds: Winter months (December to February)
    
    
• Location: Velavadar bhal, Velavadar, Gujarat 364313, India
  

Wildlife You Can Witness

Blackbuck National Park is renowned for its diverse wildlife.

Mammals:

• Blackbucks
  
• Nilgai (Blue Bulls)
  
• Indian Wolves
  
• Striped Hyenas
  
• Jungle Cats
  
• Jackals
  

Birds:

• Painted francolin
  
• Clamorous reed warbler
  
• Western reef heron
  
• Painted Storks
  
• White Storks
  
• River tern
  
• White-eyed buzzard
  

Other Key Attractions of the Park

Here are some of the key attractions that you can enjoy while exploring Blackbuck National Park:

• Wetlands and Birdwatching
  
• Scenic Grasslands
  
• Blackbuck Rutting Season
  
• Wolves in Action
  

Rules Before Visiting

Nature is the true friend of humans, and it is our duty to protect it. Here are some of the essential rules that you must follow while exploring Blackbuck National Park: 

• Hiring a guide is essential. It will help you in navigating and understanding the ecosystem of the park.
  
• To ensure compliance with park authorities, only permitted vehicles are allowed inside.
  
• Avoid creating any kind of noise, it can disturb the wildlife of the park
  
• Human interaction with animals in the park is strictly prohibited.
  
• Dispose of waste responsibly and keep the park clean.
  

Quick Tips for Visitors

• To witness the beauty of this park from its peak, visit this place in the early morning. At this time, you can witness wolves and other predators.
• It is very important that you do not scare animals, and for that bring in telephoto lenses
• Make sure that you wear clothes that are colored like the earth. This will make you less visible and will make you witness the true behaviour of the wildlife.

These devices are also suitable for those who like to sit and watch birds from afar in the swampy areas.

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