Prioksko-Terrasny Reserve

The Prioksko-Terrasny Nature Biosphere Reserve named after Mikhail Zablotsky is an island of wilderness in the most densely populated region of Russia.

It is the only reserve of the Moscow region, which is situated 12 km from Serpukhov town. It is located on the terraces of the valley of the Oka River, covered with pine and mixed forests. In the reserve, there grow 981 species of vascular plants. This unique territory supports diverse ecosystems like swamps with commonly northern sundews and cranberries, and typical southern steppe vegetation.

This is one of the smallest reserves in Russia. However, the area of about 5 thousand hectares is inhabited by 142 species of birds and 57 species of wild mammals. The main attraction of the reserve is a European bison – a wild wood ox, the largest ungulate animal in Europe, a contemporary of the mammoth, which recently was on the blink of extinction. Visiting the Prioksko-Terrasny Reserve is a great opportunity to relax in the nature and to get unforgettable experience of meeting a herd of European and American bison in the forest.

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Volunteer

The reserve seeks the help of open-hearted people with skilful hands who love nature and wish to preserve its glorious beauty.

Adopt a Bison

The king of the bulls urgently needs your care. Whether an individual, a group of friends or an organization, you can adopt a bison by funding its annual nursery expenses.

Book a Tour

You are invited to enjoy the idyllic nature of the southern suburbs: walk along the eco-path with an expert guide, visit the bison breeding centre, and explore the reserve's museum.‏

Latest News

Travel for volunteers
08.12.2019 News, Reserve news
On Thursday, December 5th, World Volunteer Day was held and, according to tradition, the Prioksko-Terrasny Reserve decided to gather the most active volunteers of the outgoing 2019, who most often came to our events.
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World Volunteer Day
05.12.2019 News, Reserve news
The Prioksko-Terrasny Reserve is pleased to congratulate all our volunteers on International Volunteer Day!
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The scientific library of our site has replenished with a new study guide
29.11.2019 News, Reserve news
The training manual “Digitization of Data from the Annals of Nature and Scientific Biological Collections of Specially Protected Natural Areas” has been posted on the Prioksko-Terrasny Nature Reserve website.
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The Central Bison Nursery turns 71 years old!
21.11.2019 News, Reserve news
Exactly 71 years ago, on November 21, 1948, the Central Bison Nursery was established on the territory of the Prioksko-Terrasny State Reserve. European bison – a species actually destroyed by man, got a chance to survive.
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Partners

The reserve would like to express gratitude towards its partners and is ready to cooperate with all interested organizations and individuals.