Yercaud is home to quite a number of animals and birds whose numbers are depleting with the commercialisation of the hill sation. At one time it was a major hunting ground and nowadays you really have to be vigilant to spot wildlife. |
| Birds & Animals |
| Bison, deer, rabbits, hares, foxes, mongoose, squirrels, patridges, snakes, bulbuls, kites, sparrows, swallows and if you are lucky.... the bird of paradise. |
| Fruits |
| Jack Fruit, Berri, Orange, SweetLime, Mash melons, Papaya, Gooseberries, Guava and spices like Pepper and Cardamom are the other crops raised in Coffee Estates.Fruits are avaiable in town or at select outlets on the way up the ghat roads. These shops sell spices grown in Yercaud in addition to fruits. |
| Flowers |
| The Orchidarium, Botanical Garden, Horticultural research station
and a lot of private parties sell a diverse range of plants. But most of these plants show favourable growth only in a hill station. The flowers range from anthuriums, roses, marigolds to daisies. |
| Trees |
| Sandalwood, Teak and Silver Oak are abundant besides Eucalyptus, guava and jack. |
| Spices |
| A variety of homegrown spices are sold and are
available along side eucalyptus oils and products. Shops selling such products are situated at the lake, in town and also on the way to Lady's seat. |
Chief Crop The main crop of this Taluk is Coffee. |
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