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

New home, new life
20.12.2018 News, Reserve news
Snow, frost. In the Central bison nursery in the morning work is in full swing – trucks are coming around, the nursery staff are preparing for the transportation of bison.
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Young naturalists spend winter bird counts in the reserve
18.12.2018 News, Reserve news
The regular accounting season for wintering birds under the Parus program, implemented by the Union of Birds conservation of Russia, has begun.
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Christmas tree
17.12.2018 News, Reserve news
New Year is coming, a holiday beloved by millions of people around the world!
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Volunteer Day in Prioksko-Terrasny Reserve
09.12.2018 News, Reserve news
When a person is busy with interesting and important things, time flies by. That did not have time to look back, and the year 2018 is coming to an end.
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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.