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Detailed explanation-1: -Located in the estuarial region of Brahmani-Baitarani, in the north eastern place of Kendrapara districts, the national park covers an area of 672 sq km of mangrove forests and wetland.

Detailed explanation-2: -It is considered as one of the most impressive national parks in India. The park is home to more than 215 species of birds and is inhabited by the Giant salt-water Crocodiles and various other species like Water Monitor Lizard, King Cobra, and Indian Python.

Detailed explanation-3: -Bhitarkanika is located in the estuary of Brahmani, Baitarani, Dhamra, and Mahanadi river systems. It is located in Kendrapara district of Odisha. It is one of Odisha’s finest biodiversity hotspots and is famous for its mangroves, migratory birds, turtles, estuarine crocodiles, and countless creeks.

Detailed explanation-4: -Simlipal is the largest national park in Odisha.