Chapter 06 — Sita Mata Sanctuary · Rajasthan

Flying Squirrel

A nocturnal glider that turns forest canopies into runways.

Region

Sita Mata · Rajasthan

Species

Petaurista philippensis

Best Time

November — April

Duration

3 — 5 nights

— The Story

After sunset, the Western Ghats become a theatre of shadows. Guided by red-filtered torches and a spotter who has tracked these creatures for two decades, you'll witness the Indian giant flying squirrel launch 40-metre glides between rainforest crowns.

— In your journey