OT Staff
The flagship of Corbett, this iconic big cat lurks in dense forest or riverbanks. Corbett was India’s first tiger reserve and still records a high tiger density.
Corbett shelters large herds of elephants along rivers and grasslands, especially in Dhikala and Bijrani zones. Their movement across forest clearings is a majestic sight.
Elusive but present, leopards frequent rocky slopes and forest edges. Their camouflage makes sightings rare but rewarding for attentive safari travellers.
The largest deer in Corbett, sambar roam in the denser woodland. Their dark coat and imposing antlers make them stand out in dawn or dusk light.
Commonly seen in groups grazing at forest fringes and grasslands, their spotted coats make them distinctive as they warn their herd at the slightest disturbance.
Smaller deer species, often found near wetlands and shallow grasslands. Their cautious behaviour and subtle presence reward close observation.
Also called kakkar, this deer is small, solitary, and quick to evade. Its name comes from a sharp “bark” alarm call when startled.
Nocturnal and shy, sloth bears feed on ants, fruits and honey. In Corbett, they prefer forest interiors and dense cover, rarely seen in open areas.
This fish-eating crocodilian with a slender snout lives in Corbett’s rivers—especially the Ramganga—often sunning itself on banks or floating in deeper pools.
Among Corbett’s reptile residents, pythons and venomous snakes like king cobras compass forest floor and riverine zones, sometimes spotted at night or during early morning.