Coringa Sanctuary | An abode of Mangroves

Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in the East Godavari district, which is confined to the tidal forest area in the estuarine areas of the Godavari and the Bay of Bengal. Coringa sanctuary comprises of Reserve Forests of Coringa, Coringa extension, and Bhiravapalem, extending over an area of 23,570 ha. It has got a unique ecosystem, characteristic of Tidal Forests that exist in the estuarine area, along with the special habitat that hosts various Flora and Fauna. Hope Island blocks the direct connection between the sea and Godavari waters. As a result, about 40% area of this sanctuary is only sea back-waters. The rest of the area is riddled with creeks and gets inundated with tidal waters. The area was declared as Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary under section 26A of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 (Central Act No. 53 of 1972) vide G.O.Ms.No.45 EFS & Technology (For.III) 13th April 1998.