Because of this great variety of habitat in India, do not expect a species which is common in one area to be necessarily common all over the sub-continent. Birds, animals and indeed plants are very specific as to the environment in which they flourish, and this applies not only to rainfall and vegetation, but also to altitude, and the highlands have their special wildlife too. 

India, currently, has around 80 National Parks and 441 Sanctuaries dotted around the country. While some are inaccessible, many have excellent facilities for visitors. Depending on the area and terrain, wildlife watching provides its own excitement. It may be done from elephant - back, from watch towers and even a boat - and the thrill of spotting herd of wild elephants, deers, a rhino or even a tiger, in its natural environment, is very difficult to match.