In some places poorly grown specimens of species of Dillenia, Symplocos , Shorea and Emblica officinalis are seen. There is a wide variety of birds including game birds such as the red purfowl Galloperdix spadicea , black partridge Francolinus francolinus and grey partridge Francolinus pondicerianus . The birds of prey include the peregrine falcon Falco peregrinus peregrinus . Work carried out in 1982 included maintenance and repair to buildings and roads and improving existing wireless network. Tourism zone is being developed.
Management also includes a programme of relocation of villages.
Effective wildlife management has led to an appreciable increase in prey and predator populations. In 1982, Rs. 18.5 lakhs were provided jointly by the Central and State Governments as part of Operation Tiger. There is a laboratory and field facilities of Project Tiger conducted by trained staff. During 1982, the reserve was damaged by a cylone. Effective anti-poaching operations are helping check encroachment and clear felling.