When compared to other sanctuaries, Talakaveri is undoubtedly tiny but that’s no reason to skip it. There’s plenty here that will interest the wildlife enthusiast. You can drive around and explore the lush green jungles for exotic animals. Mouse deer, elephants, mongoose, otters, and tigers can all be found here. There are also over 300 birds here, including, fairy bluebirds, broad-billed rollers, and Malabar trogons.