Iagorlîc, Nature reserve in Dubăsari District, Moldova
Iagorlîc is a nature reserve located where the Iagorlîc River meets the Dniester, protecting both water systems and surrounding land. The area contains mixed habitats that support a range of different animals and plants adapted to different conditions.
The area was officially established as a scientific reserve in 1988 to protect the river ecosystems of the Dniester. This decision began a long-term effort to preserve this important river system.
Local people support conservation work and help protect the distinctive animals and plants found here. This involvement shows how communities care for their natural surroundings and participate in its preservation.
The best time to visit is during warmer months when nature is active and wildlife viewing is easiest. A guide or map helps you navigate this large area and find routes suited to your interests.
The limestone cliffs along the Iagorlîc River support rare plants found nowhere else in the region. These special slopes create conditions that only a handful of species can survive in.
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