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Baghvan

Baghvan is aptly named after one of India's iconic symbols, the Bengal tiger (bagh - tiger and van - forest). This enchanting lodge is located on the edge of Pench National Park, a dry deciduous forest of predominantly teak trees and meandering jungle streams.

A typical Central Indian teak jungle, Pench supports a rich variety of wildlife, including the tiger, leopard, wild dog, gaur, sambar, chital and brilliant birdlife. The Park's open habitat not only lends well to wildlife viewing, but it also offers striking views of the area's sheer beauty. This national park received international recognition from Rudyard Kipling's classic tale, the Jungle Book.

Jackal family

We know of a jackal den, where the mother has five young pups (around 15-20 days), and often drive there, as it’s very absorbing to watch the young ones at play. One morning, we saw the female returning to the den. She regurgitated some food. The pups smelt the food, but were not interested. The female then began to eat a little. The pups were curious at first, but seemed to understand that it was food, and soon began to tuck in!

Posted: Baghvan by karun verma, Date: 20 March 2008