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The Sanctuary is also home to the leopard, hyena, jungle cat, cheetal (spotted deer), sambhar, nilgai (blue bull), chousingha (four-horned antelope) and wild boar. The forest also boasts of 200 species of birds that include the crested serpent eagles, white-eyed buzzard, hawk eagles and sparrow hawks. It is therefore a bird watchers delight. There is also a centre where crocodiles are being reared.
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Most visitors wanting to catch a glimpse of the Asian Lion are not disappointed. A stay of two to three days is recommended to try and ensure a good sighting.
A 4 sq. km stretch within the park, about 12km from Sasan, called the Gir Interpretation Zone has been separately earmarked and has a variety of wildlife. It can be visited by obtaining a permit and then hiring a jeep or taking a mini-bus tour. No private vehicles are allowed in. When to visit  Where to stay Getting there Information: Courtesy Government of India
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Rated by many as one of the best wild life sanctuaries in the country, Sasan Gir is now the only home in the world of the beleaguered Asiatic Lion. It covers an area of 1412 square kms and has witnessed a successful conservation effort despite numerous hurdles. The lion population had gone below 200 and has steadily increased to the present figure of around 300. However, conservationists are having to fight an upward battle against problems such as bad land management, indifference, political interference, poaching.