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

Accounting for gallinaceous birds in Prioksko-Terrasny reserve. Traditions and new technologies
23.10.2018 News, Reserve news
Over the weekend, gallinaceous birds were counted in the reserve. This is a mandatory part of the annual biota monitoring program of the reserve.
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«Day of the beaver, good and forest»
22.10.2018 News, Reserve news
The holiday dedicated to the day of beaver was held on October 20, 2018 in the Voronezh State Reserve. Representatives of the Prioksko-Terrasny Reserve simply had to participate in such a celebration!
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Elbrus, volunteers and beets
21.10.2018 News, Reserve news
Saturday, October 20th, pleased our reserve with a bright sun and lack of rain. In the morning, volunteers from all over the Moscow region gathered in the Central Estate of Prioksko-Terrasny Reserve.
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Our buffalo Mavr and Marfusha in hotel «Shishki na Lampushke»
19.10.2018 News, Reserve news
On the evening of October 18, a loaded wagon left Prioksko-Terrasny Reserve. The car immediately headed north. It was a very unusual cargo!
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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.