The Desert National Park in Jaisalmer is spread over an area of 3,162 square kilometres (1,221 sq mi), is an excellent example of the ecosystem of the Thar Desert and its diverse fauna. Seashells and massive fossilised tree trunks in this park record the geological history of the desert. The region is a haven for migratory and resident birds of the desert. One can see many eagles, harriers, falcons, buzzards, kestrels and vultures. Short-toed eagles (Circaetus gallicus), tawny eagles (Aquila rapax), spotted eagles (Aquila clanga), laggar falcons (Falco jugger) and kestrels are the commonest of these. COUNT 5
QSN1 Which region contains Desert National Park? ANS1 Jaisalmer QSN2 How many square miles is Desert National Park? ANS2 1,221 sq mi QSN3 What types of large fossils are found in Desert National Park? ANS3 massive fossilised tree trunks QSN4 What are the most common types of eagles one might see in the Jaisalmer region? ANS4 Short-toed eagles (Circaetus gallicus), tawny eagles (Aquila rapax), spotted eagles (Aquila clanga) QSN5 What is another name for a laggar falcon? ANS5 Falco jugger