Fauna of Bihar

A wealth of wildlife across forests, rivers and wetlands.

Bihar is home to more than 620 bird species, 150 mammals, and a remarkable diversity of reptiles, amphibians and fish. The state's protected area network anchors conservation efforts.

Royal Bengal Tiger

Endangered

Apex predator of Valmiki Tiger Reserve, Bihar's only tiger reserve.

Gangetic River Dolphin

Endangered

State Aquatic Animal of India; found in the Ganga and its tributaries.

Sloth Bear

Vulnerable

Inhabits forested hills of Kaimur and Valmiki.

Indian Peafowl

National bird; common across Bihar's villages and groves.

Sarus Crane

Vulnerable

World's tallest flying bird, breeding in Bihar's wetlands.

Gharial

Critical

Critically endangered crocodilian of the Gandak river system.