| Taljai | |
| Location: |  Pune, Maharashtra, India |
| Elevation Ft: | 2000 |
| Range: | Western Ghats |
| Coordinates: | 18.4755°N 73.828°W |
| Easiest Route: | Through the Shivaji Maratha College campus |
| Map: | India Maharashtra |
Taljai is a hill located in the heart of Pune, India that has been designated as a wildlife reserve. The road to this hill passes through the Shivaji Maratha College campus with a picturesque mountain path, with sharp turns. Near the entrance of the forest is a temple to the hill's namesake Taljai mata; a Hindu goddess.
The reserve attracts migratory birds and is home to peacocks. The location is therefore popular with amateur bird watchers and ornithologists.[1] [2] A recent study concluded that the lake at Taljai is dying due to dumping of plastic waste,[3] facing issues to maintain its original form due to urbanization. Several organisations are running campaigns to raise the issue. The park is open for visitors from 5:00 to10:00 in the mornings and from 4:30 to 7:00 in the evenings. Vehicles are prohibited in the area.