The Binsar wildlife sanctuary encompasses an area of about 50 sq. Kms in virgin forests near Almora. This tract is considered to be one of the most beautiful expanses in the whole of kumaon.
Geomorphology
The slopes have a varying expanse and the terrain has been shaped by the action of running water.
Climate
The climatic conditions prevailing in the Binsar sanctuary range from temperate to sub-arctic. Winters are very cold and Heavy snowfall is received.
Flora
The main forests types found in this sanctuary are listed below:
1. Oak and moist mixed deciduous forests.
2. Temperate moist coniferous forests including deodar and blue pine.
3. Sub-alpine birch, fir and spruce forests.
4. Sub-alpine pasture and scrub.
Fauna
This sanctuary is the home of many high altitude species of animals and birds which includes the leopard, civet cat, serow, ghural, musk deer, brown bear and kaleej pheasant.
