[1] Featuring a variety of flora and fauna, Shettihalli Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in the Shimoga district of Karnataka.
[1] The sanctuary is home to species of animals such as white-backed vultures, Indian nightjar, and white-bellied dingo.
Some other animal species such as tigers, king cobras, slot bears, leopards, elephants, langurs, and pythons reside in dense forest areas.
[2][3] Shettihalli Wildlife Sanctuary spans over an area of 395.6 km2.
Mangalore International Airport is the closest airport and Shimoga Railway Station is the closest railhead to Shettihalli Wildlife Sanctuary.