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Sinharaja Forest Reserve

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  Sinharaja Forest Reserve is a biodiversity hotspot, a highly sensitive hotspot, and one of the most important natural treasures in Sri Lanka. Recognized both nationally and internationally, it was considered a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1988. Sinharaja Forest Reserve is considered a rain forest. It's a rich and unique ecosystem. Sinharaja Situated in the Sabaragamuwa and Southern provinces. Its area is about 21,000 acres. Sinharaja rain forest has high humidity and rainfall throughout the year. Sinharaja is home to a high percentage of Sri Lanka’s endemic birds, including the Sri Lanka Blue Magpie, Red-faced Malkoha, and Green-billed Coucal. This bird's variety is sighted in the Sinharaja Rainforest. There are a variety of other bird species that can be observed, such as the orange-billed babbler, ashy-headed laughing thrush, and various species of pigeons and thrushes. In addition, leopards, purple-faced langurs, and giant squirrels are observed in Sinharaja Forest. As we...