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About this location

A wildlife sanctuary in the Thiruvananthapuram hills protecting the Agastyamalai Biosphere Reserve core zone. Home to the largest lion-tailed macaque population in southern Kerala and superb endemic bird diversity in pristine forest.

Highlights

Best months
Jan–Dec
Key species
Lion-Tailed MacaqueSambarGaurNilgiri LangurMalabar TrogonGreat HornbillIndian Pitta
Terrain
A wildlife sanctuary in the Thiruvananthapuram hills protecting the Agastyamalai Biosphere Reserve core zone
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Species You Can Photograph in Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary

Lion-Tailed Macaque

Lion-Tailed Macaque

Best: Jan–Dec
Gaur

Gaur

Best: Jan–Dec
Malabar Trogon

Malabar Trogon

Best: Jan–Nov
Great Hornbill

Great Hornbill

Best: Jan–Dec
Indian Pitta

Indian Pitta

Best: Apr–Jul

Best season guide

Peak photography conditions typically align with Jan–Dec. Add buffer days for weather and park closures.

JanExcellent
FebExcellent
MarExcellent
AprExcellent
MayGood
JunOff-season
JulOff-season
AugOff-season
SepOff-season
OctOff-season
NovGood
DecExcellent

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Photography tips for Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary

Reach the gate before opening light; many species move along edges of forest, meadows, or water at dawn. Use a long lens with a bean bag or gimbal head on shared vehicles, and keep spare batteries warm in cold destinations like high Himalaya.

Respect buffer zones and guide instructions — ethical positioning keeps stress off animals and often yields cleaner frames. Review your images in the field to adjust exposure for harsh midday sun versus misty mornings typical of Kerala.

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Species guides

  • Lion-Tailed Macaque
  • Gaur
  • Malabar Trogon
  • Great Hornbill
  • Indian Pitta
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