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Updated : Apr 25, 2025, 12:22 PM IST
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The Sundarbans, India’s largest forest, is located in West Bengal. It is part of a massive delta formed by the Ganga and Brahmaputra rivers, right where they meet the Bay of Bengal. This delta spreads across 10,000 square kilometers, with 40% in India and 60% in Bangladesh. In India, the forest mainly lies in the coastal districts of South and North 24 Parganas.
The Dampier-Hodges Line separates the Sundarbans from the rest of West Bengal. This region is full of mangrove forests, rivers, swamps, and tidal channels. It is one of the richest and most unique ecosystems in the world.
The Sundarbans is most famous as the home of the Royal Bengal Tiger. These tigers are not ordinary — they are strong swimmers and excellent hunters. They can cross rivers, swamps, and tidal streams to find prey. Their striped coat blends perfectly with the surroundings, making them almost invisible. Sundarbans tigers are known to be more aggressive and territorial than others.
Apart from tigers, the forest is home to many rare and endangered animals. You can find spotted deer, wild boars, fishing cats, saltwater crocodiles, king cobras, various snakes, and monitor lizards here. The waters also host the endangered Ganges river dolphin and the leatherback sea turtle. The Sundarbans is a paradise for bird lovers, with thousands of local and migratory birds like egrets, cormorants, Brahminy kites, kingfishers, storks, and flamingos during certain seasons.
The forest is not just about nature; it is about survival, diversity, and balance. To protect this unique region, the government has taken many steps. There is the Sundarbans Tiger Reserve, a biosphere reserve, and ecotourism centers where visitors can explore the forest by boat. It is also a place for environmental research and learning.
The Sundarbans, with over 400 tidal rivers and creeks, is a world of its own — mysterious, magical, and alive with nature’s wonders.
