Chornobyl Special General Zoological Reserve, Wildlife sanctuary in Vyshhorod Raion, Ukraine
The reserve spans 48,870 hectares of protected land within the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone, featuring diverse landscapes that support numerous European forest species.
Following the 1986 nuclear reactor incident, this area transformed into a protected zone, officially established as a zoological reserve on August 13, 2007.
Scientists from multiple countries conduct research on radiation effects on wildlife, contributing to global understanding of ecosystem resilience after nuclear events.
Access to the reserve requires special permits due to its location in the exclusion zone, with strict safety protocols governing all activities within its boundaries.
The reserve contains populations of lynx, wolves, elk, and eagles that have adapted to an environment marked by the absence of human settlements.
Location: Vyshhorod Raion
GPS coordinates: 51.20287,30.33324
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:53
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