Astrakhan Nature Reserve

The reserve spans across 66,816 hectares of wetlands, reeds, and willows in the Volga Delta where the river meets the Caspian Sea.

Established in April 1919, the reserve gained international recognition in 1975 as a Ramsar wetland site and joined the World Network of Biosphere Reserves in 1984.

The reserve maintains extensive research programs focusing on local wildlife patterns, ecosystem preservation, and the natural dynamics of the Volga Delta region.

Visitors need to arrange tours through park management due to strict conservation policies, with the best viewing opportunities occurring between March and November.

The reserve hosts 283 bird species and 50 fish species, including beluga sturgeon, within its territory situated 27 meters below sea level.

Location: Astrakhan Oblast

Inception: April 11, 1919

Website: http://www.astrakhanzapoved.ru

Website: http://astrakhanzapoved.ru

GPS coordinates: 45.75000,48.28000

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:50