The
Kutch area is the home of the
last remaining population of
khur (Asiatic wild ass) in India.
There is also a large bird population,
particularly of the large flamingos.
Both are protected in the 5,000
km Little Rann Sanctuary, which
is approached from Dhangadhra;
one has to get permission to
enter from the sanctuary superintendent's
office in Dhangadhra. |