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Sri Lanka may be a small island but it is known as one of the highest rates of biological endemism in the world and is among the top five biodiverse hotspots in the world. Out of ninety one species of mammals found in Sri Lanka, the highlights are Sloth Bears, Wild Buffalo, Asian Elephants, Leopards and Sambars . Wildlife lovers, take note the rarest mammals in the island are the Toque Macaque, Red Slender Loris and Purple faced Langur, who are endangered due to Habitual loss according to IUCN classification.
The ocean around Sri Lanka is home to Blue Whales, Sperm Whales and Dolphins, making the island one of the best location to spot Whales and Dolphins in the world.
The next rare species are the countries birds who are the pride of Sri Lanka’s wildlife with around 433 bird types. Although with less attention, Sri Lanka has one of the richest diversity of amphibians in the world. There are around 106 species and 90 of them are native to Sri Lanka. Sinharaja Forest is one of the best example where you you can spot high levels of amphibians.
