forest type and species

The total extent of 2.74 ha. of declared as Protected Area consist of a small pond with its edges covered with mangrove vegetation and the surrounding area with other trees species that can grow costal region.

It is reported that 17 true mangrove species and 23 semi-mangrove species occur in the state. The true mangrove and mangrove associate species that exist in the sanctuary are Avicennia officinalis , Rhizophora mucranata, Acanthus ilicifolius and Acrostichus aureum are the species of conservation importance. Of the recorded species Acanthus ilicifolius is considered to be Endangered and  Rhizophora mucranata as a Vulnerable according to IUCN.