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The Lavandevil Wildlife Refuge is a critical ecological treasure located at the westernmost edge of Iran’s UNESCO-listed Hyrcanian Forests. Spanning 1,074 hectares in the Gilan Province, this protected area is one of the few remaining examples of pristine coastal plain forests in the region. Situated 20 meters below sea level, Lavandevil offers a unique landscape…

The Anguran Wildlife Refuge, located in the heart of Zanjan Province, stands as one of Iran’s most historically significant and ecologically diverse protected zones. Originally established as a protected area in 1970, its status was elevated to a Wildlife Refuge in 1975 to preserve its invaluable biological reserves and unique mountainous rolling landscapes. Geography and…

Dasht-e Naz Protected Area, located in the heart of Mazandaran Province, is one of Iran’s most vital conservation sites. Established in 1963 specifically to preserve the endangered Persian fallow deer, this 56-hectare lowland forest offers a rare glimpse into the prehistoric beauty of the Hyrcanian Caspian forests. A Rare Hyrcanian Ecosystem Situated at an altitude…

Located in the heart of the Mazandaran Province near Sari, the Semeskandeh Wildlife Refuge stands as one of the last remaining remnants of the ancient Caspian plain forests. Spanning 1,041 hectares, this protected area offers a unique glimpse into the subtropical temperate beauty of Northern Iran. A Botanical Treasure of the Caspian Plain Semeskandeh is…

The Khabr and Rochun region stands as one of the most ecologically diverse protected zones in Iran. Established as a protected area in 1971 and designated a Wildlife Refuge in 1975, its central core was later promoted to National Park status, reflecting its immense biological value. Location and Geography Situated in the heart of Kerman…

The Mooteh Wildlife Refuge, spanning the borders of Isfahan and Markazi Provinces, stands as one of Iran’s most prestigious and ecologically significant protected areas. Originally protected in 1964 and officially designated as a Wildlife Refuge in 1990, this 204,350-hectare expanse is a premier destination for researchers, nature enthusiasts, and eco-tourists. Geography and Climate Characterized by…

This rolling land, one the Iranian historical game reserves, was designated area in 1964 and was promoted to a wildlife refuge in 1975. Having an area of 89813 ha, the refuge is located in Esfahan Province. The altitude range of 1700-2700 m and mean precipitation and temperature of 188 mm and 11.5 C, respectively have…

Having been protected since 1973, this region was promoted to wildlife refuge in 1975. Located in East Azarbaijan Province, the region has an area of 96952 ha and limited plain lands. The Aras border river forms the northern limit of the area. The altitude range of 540 to 341 m, and mean annual precipitation and…

International wetland Aimed at providing safe place for the wintering stay of the wintering stay of the endangered migratory Siberan crane, this 48 ha has been protected since 1973. Located in Mazandaran Province, the area was later promoted to wildlife refuge in 1975 and was registered on the international Wetlands list in 2003. Located 20m…

Located in Semnan and Golestan province, this beautiful 150057 ha region was designated protected area in 1967 and later wildlife refuge in 1975. The altitude range of 1097 to 2882 m and mean annual precipitation and temperature of 200-600 m and 8-12 C, respectively have resulted warm arid and temperate sub-humid climates. High diversity of…