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Hara Forest Protected Area
in Qeshm Island City

The mangrove forests of Qeshm Island or Hara forests are among the wonders of Qeshm Island, located in the Strait of Khavaran, between Qeshm Island and Hormuzgan Province in Persian ... MORE

Hara (Mangrove) forests are among the important tourist attractions in the southern provinces of Iran, which are of interest to tourists, especially nature lovers, due to their unique and diverse ecology.

Tandoureh Protected Area
in Dargaz (Daregaz) City

Tandoureh Protected Area

city: Dargaz (Daregaz)

Tandooreh National Park (Also known as Chehelmir) is located in northeastern Iran, north of Razavi Khorasan Province, near the city of Dargaz the Turkmenistan border. The Tandooreh ... MORE

Tandooreh (Tandoureh,Tandureh or Chehelmir) National Park is a protected area located in the north east of Iran, near the city of Dargaz in Khorasan Razavi and the Turkmenistan border.

Hoorolazim Wetlands
in Ahvaz City

Hoorolazim Wetlands

city: Ahvaz

The length of Hoor-ol-Azim wetland is about 100 km. and its width is between 15-75 km. It is limited from west by the Tigris River and form the east by the flat plains of Iran. Throughout, ... MORE

The length of Hoor-ol-Azim wetland is about 100 km. and its width is between 15-75 km. It is limited from west by the Tigris River and form the east by the flat plains of Iran. Throughout, the Hoor is covered by reeds. The depth of the water towards the sides is shallow while in the center it is more ...

Heleh Protected Area
in Bushehr City

Heleh Protected Area

city: Bushehr

Heleh Protected Area (Helleh) is located 35 kilometers northwest of Port Bushehr in South of Iran (at the intersection of Shapur and Dalaki Rivers). This protected area is 42,600 hectares, ... MORE

Heleh Protected Area (Helleh) is located 35 kilometers northwest of Port Bushehr in South of Iran (at the intersection of Shapur and Dalaki Rivers). This protected area is 42,600 hectares, 20,000 hectares of which are wetlands. Helleh Protected Area is a good bird watching destination and is home to ...

Yazd Protected Wildlife Zones
in Yazd City

Yazd Protected Wildlife Zones

city: Yazd

The geographical and natural settings of Yazd have made it one of the most divergent wildlife areas. The Kalmand and Bahadoran protected zones, extending over an area of 25,000 hectares, ... MORE

The geographical and natural settings of Yazd have made it one of the most divergent wildlife areas. The Kalmand and Bahadoran protected zones, extending over an area of 25,000 hectares, Kooh Bafq, and Ariz, being100,000 hectares, located near the desert, are examples of diverse herbaceous and animal ...

Kavir National Park and Wildlife
in Garmsar City

Kavir National Park and Wildlife

city: Garmsar

Kavir National Park is to the west of the central desert of Iran and east of the "salt Lake". It has an area of 4,000 square kilometers. The park is located 120 kilometers south of ... MORE

Kavir National Park is to the west of the central desert of Iran and east of the "salt Lake". It has an area of 4,000 square kilometers. The park is located 120 kilometers south of Tehran and 100 kilometers east of Qom, and it sits on the western end of one of Iran's two major deserts, the Dasht-e ...

Golestan National Park
in Gorgan City

Golestan National Park

city: Gorgan

The Golestan National Park is the first Iranian National Park that is situated in the jurisdiction of Golestan, Semnan and Khorassan provinces. This park because of its natural values ... MORE

The Golestan National Park is the first Iranian National Park that is situated in the jurisdiction of Golestan, Semnan and Khorassan provinces. This park because of its natural values like verdant and virgin forest and different species of flora and fauna is one of the famous areas in Iran and the world. This ...

Shirvan Darahsi Habitat
in Meshgin shahr (MeshkinShahr) City

Shirvan Darahsi Habitat

city: Meshgin shahr (MeshkinShahr)

With an area of 75 square kilometers, this habitat has an altitude of 2,200 meters located 20 kilometers southeast of Meshkin Shahr. This region is the habitat of the wild goat, Armenian ... MORE

With an area of 75 square kilometers, this habitat has an altitude of 2,200 meters located 20 kilometers southeast of Meshkin Shahr. This region is the habitat of the wild goat, Armenian wild sheep, fox, wolf, rabbit, partridge, turtledove, ringdove and other species of migratory birds.

Neor Protected Zone
in Ardebil City

Neor Protected Zone

city: Ardebil

Covering an area of 1,000 hectare this lake is located 30 kilometers far from Ardabil. It has a unique ecosystem and habitat of rainbow trout and other species of birds and animals. MORE

Covering an area of 1,000 hectare this lake is located 30 kilometers far from Ardabil. It has a unique ecosystem and habitat of rainbow trout and other species of birds and animals.

Lar Protected Zone
in Tehran City

Lar Protected Zone

city: Tehran

This area is at an attitude of 2,900 m. above sea-level and is located 90 km and to the north and north east of Tehran. The area has a variety of wild species such as wild sheep, wild ... MORE

This area is at an attitude of 2,900 m. above sea-level and is located 90 km and to the north and north east of Tehran. The area has a variety of wild species such as wild sheep, wild goat, leopard, boar, fox, jackal, golden eagle, and 97 species of birds. Besides a variety of reptiles, this territory ...

Protected Wildlife Zones in Zanjan
in Zanjan City

Protected Wildlife Zones in Zanjan

city: Zanjan

Due to climatic and geographical variations of this province the flora and fauna adapts itself to these charges. The protected areas of Zanjan province are: The Angooran Protected ... MORE

Due to climatic and geographical variations of this province the flora and fauna adapts itself to these charges. The protected areas of Zanjan province are: The Angooran Protected Area, in the Angooran district covering an area of approximately 111,000 hectares. The Shahrein Protected Area, Located ...

Protected Wildlife Zones
in Hamedan City

Protected Wildlife Zones

city: Hamedan

Due to the fact that the province is in a mountainous region, this provides excellent ground for wildlife. Wildlife either around the fringes of lakes or in the plains or mountain ... MORE

Due to the fact that the province is in a mountainous region, this provides excellent ground for wildlife. Wildlife either around the fringes of lakes or in the plains or mountain sides are under protection, and hunting is strictly forbidden. These areas of Hamadan province are : the heights of Oldooz, ...

Kooh Siyah Hunting Zone
in City

Kooh Siyah Hunting Zone

This vicinity is 83 km. south east of Burazjan located at 1,691 m. above sea-level and forms the 'winter residing quarters' of the tribes in this area. About 7,000 herds of wild sheep ... MORE

This vicinity is 83 km. south east of Burazjan located at 1,691 m. above sea-level and forms the 'winter residing quarters' of the tribes in this area. About 7,000 herds of wild sheep and wild goat exist here. Hunting is only allowed during special seasons and with a permit of the Department of the ...

Halleh Wetland Protected Zone
in City

Halleh Wetland Protected Zone

This area is between the two rivers of Dalky and Shapour. This area is the habitat of different species of waterfowls. MORE

This area is between the two rivers of Dalky and Shapour. This area is the habitat of different species of waterfowls.

Jahan Nama Protected Zone
in Gorgan City

Jahan Nama Protected Zone

city: Gorgan

This area is situated in the southern heights of Gorgan and the southeast of Kord Kooy. In 1973, it was claimed as a protected place with 30,650 hectares in area. This region was a ... MORE

This area is situated in the southern heights of Gorgan and the southeast of Kord Kooy. In 1973, it was claimed as a protected place with 30,650 hectares in area. This region was a recreational area for people of Gorgan and its nearby villages. Some important regions like Torkat, Chalestan, Cholqoleh, ...

Protected Wildlife Zones and Hunting Sites
in City

Protected Wildlife Zones and Hunting Sites

Ilam province is one the important wildlife habitats of western Iran. There live different species of wildlife like partridge, dull-yellow partridge, bustard, pigeon, heron, goose, ... MORE

Ilam province is one the important wildlife habitats of western Iran. There live different species of wildlife like partridge, dull-yellow partridge, bustard, pigeon, heron, goose, crane, duck, owl, eagle, falcon, starling. Migratory birds come to this habitats of the province for spending their winter, ...

Protected Wildlife Zones and Hunting Sites
in Kermanshah City

Protected Wildlife Zones and Hunting Sites

city: Kermanshah

In the past, Kermanshah was one of the important wildlife zones of Iran. Engravings of the Taq-e-Bostan margin shows the aspects of this hunting ground. In the groves and highlands ... MORE

In the past, Kermanshah was one of the important wildlife zones of Iran. Engravings of the Taq-e-Bostan margin shows the aspects of this hunting ground. In the groves and highlands of the province, various types of birds both migratory and endemic are seen. The most important of the endemic birds are: ...

Hunting Regions
in City

Hunting Regions

The province of Kohkiluyeh Va Boyer Ahmad have several wetlands with splendid views. These are Bromalvan, Bromshir, Bromkooh Gol where species of different kinds of native and immigrant ... MORE

The province of Kohkiluyeh Va Boyer Ahmad have several wetlands with splendid views. These are Bromalvan, Bromshir, Bromkooh Gol where species of different kinds of native and immigrant birds live. Visiting this aggregate, in addition to the summits and elevations around these areas specially the Dena ...

Dena Wildlife Protected Zones
in City

Dena Wildlife Protected Zones

One of the most beautiful natural areas of the province is the Dena protected Zone. It has the privilege of having a vegetation and animal species. This region is mountainous area ... MORE

One of the most beautiful natural areas of the province is the Dena protected Zone. It has the privilege of having a vegetation and animal species. This region is mountainous area with high summits, tall faces and deep valleys. In the eastern part of Dena, there is the historical bottleneck of Bijan. ...

Qameshloo Protected Zone
in Isfahan City

Qameshloo Protected Zone

city: Isfahan

The same is located to the west of Esfahan and covers an extent of 37,000 hectares. It is in a mountainous region with a cold and dry environment. The wild life found here are, wild ... MORE

The same is located to the west of Esfahan and covers an extent of 37,000 hectares. It is in a mountainous region with a cold and dry environment. The wild life found here are, wild sheep, wild goat, goat, deer, partridge, dull yellow partridge, quail, bustard, vulture, carrion-kite and ...

Kolah Qazy Protected Zone
in Isfahan City

Kolah Qazy Protected Zone

city: Isfahan

This area is situated at a distance of 26 km. south of the city of Esfahan. Wildlife species found here are, wild sheep, gazelle, leopard, wild rabbit, wolf, hyena, jackal, cat, fox, ... MORE

This area is situated at a distance of 26 km. south of the city of Esfahan. Wildlife species found here are, wild sheep, gazelle, leopard, wild rabbit, wolf, hyena, jackal, cat, fox, partridge, dull yellow partridge, sparrow, pigeon dove, owl, eagle, hoopoe, falcon, raven, viper and green viper.

Mooteh Protected Zone
in Kashan City

Mooteh Protected Zone

city: Kashan

The said area is located between the townships of Kashan, Lanjan, Mahalat, Golpayegan, Khansar and Meymeh. The same covers an area of 220,000 hectares and is a zone for the protection ... MORE

The said area is located between the townships of Kashan, Lanjan, Mahalat, Golpayegan, Khansar and Meymeh. The same covers an area of 220,000 hectares and is a zone for the protection of the Iranian gazelle.

Basiran Hunting Prohibited Zone
in Abadeh City

Basiran Hunting Prohibited Zone

city: Abadeh

Situated 4 km. south of Abadeh, it has many unique species of plants and animals. MORE

Situated 4 km. south of Abadeh, it has many unique species of plants and animals.

Toot-e-Siyah Hunting Prohibited Zone
in Bovanat City

Toot-e-Siyah Hunting Prohibited Zone

city: Bovanat

Located at the end of Bovanat, it is about 20 thousand ha. and has a variety of flora and fauna. MORE

Located at the end of Bovanat, it is about 20 thousand ha. and has a variety of flora and fauna.

Haftad Qoleh Protected Area
in Araak (Arak) City

Haftad Qoleh Protected Area

city: Araak (Arak)

Expanding over 82.125 hectares, it is located in Arak and Mahalat. This region includes a complex of heights, hills and plains with steppe coverage. Its mountainous regions have rare ... MORE

Expanding over 82.125 hectares, it is located in Arak and Mahalat. This region includes a complex of heights, hills and plains with steppe coverage. Its mountainous regions have rare species of wild flora. These are effective in preserving soil texture and forming underground water. Haftad Qoleh which ...

Nayband Protected Zone
in Bushehr City

Nayband Protected Zone

city: Bushehr

This area boasts of a variety of wildlife and from this point of view holds its own. Wildlife such as wild sheep, wild goat, gazelle, antelope and leopard can be seen here. MORE

This area boasts of a variety of wildlife and from this point of view holds its own. Wildlife such as wild sheep, wild goat, gazelle, antelope and leopard can be seen here.

Mond Protected Zone
in Khormoj (Dashti) City

Mond Protected Zone

city: Khormoj (Dashti)

This vicinity is near the Mond River and about 600 - 700 herds of gazelle or dear exist here. MORE

This vicinity is near the Mond River and about 600 - 700 herds of gazelle or dear exist here.

Sary Gol Protected Zone
in Esfarayen City

Sary Gol Protected Zone

city: Esfarayen

This is located northeast of Esfarayen and covers an area of 28,000 hectares. Trees such as araxes, korku and the wild willow can be seen here besides a number of other species. Wildlife ... MORE

This is located northeast of Esfarayen and covers an area of 28,000 hectares. Trees such as araxes, korku and the wild willow can be seen here besides a number of other species. Wildlife also plays an important part in this vicinity.

Saygram Daq Protected Zone
in Kalibar (Kaleybar) City

Saygram Daq Protected Zone

city: Kalibar (Kaleybar)

Extending to 72,000 hectares this protected area is located around Aras River in Kalibar township. It is registered as Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO. It holds dense forests and is important ... MORE

Extending to 72,000 hectares this protected area is located around Aras River in Kalibar township. It is registered as Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO. It holds dense forests and is important for its biological diversity.

Kiyamaky Protected Zone
in Marand City

Kiyamaky Protected Zone

city: Marand

Covering an area of 84,000 hectares that is extending from the banks of Aras river and reaching a height of 3,347 m. in the mountains of Kiyamaki. MORE

Covering an area of 84,000 hectares that is extending from the banks of Aras river and reaching a height of 3,347 m. in the mountains of Kiyamaki.

Other Protected Wildlife Zones
in Meshgin shahr (MeshkinShahr) City

Other Protected Wildlife Zones

city: Meshgin shahr (MeshkinShahr)

Other important habitats and protected areas of the province are: Hajiloo, Tanbaq, Arbab Kandi protected zones as well as the summer and winter residing areas of Meshkin Shahr, site ... MORE

Other important habitats and protected areas of the province are: Hajiloo, Tanbaq, Arbab Kandi protected zones as well as the summer and winter residing areas of Meshkin Shahr, site seeing Fadoqloo forests around Ardabil, Shaqla Dareh summer residing area in Ardabil - Astara Road, Haft Khaneh cave in ...

Protected Zones
in Kerman City

Protected Zones

city: Kerman

Due to certain factors such as its geographical location, environment and other natural aspects of the province, a variety of wildlife species can be found in the mountainous regions ... MORE

Due to certain factors such as its geographical location, environment and other natural aspects of the province, a variety of wildlife species can be found in the mountainous regions and plains of this vicinity. Thus bringing forth protected areas here, and a prohibition as to hunting by the Department ...

Aqababa Habitat
in Meshgin shahr (MeshkinShahr) City

Aqababa Habitat

city: Meshgin shahr (MeshkinShahr)

This habitat is located 83 km. northeast to Meshkin Shahr, in the Aqababa Mountains with an area of 70 square kilometers is 1200 m. higher than the sea level having wild goat, wolf, ... MORE

This habitat is located 83 km. northeast to Meshkin Shahr, in the Aqababa Mountains with an area of 70 square kilometers is 1200 m. higher than the sea level having wild goat, wolf, rabbit, bore, partridge etc.

Hassan Darahsi Habitat
in Meshgin shahr (MeshkinShahr) City

Hassan Darahsi Habitat

city: Meshgin shahr (MeshkinShahr)

With an area of 60 square kilometers, this habitat is located 80 km. northeast to Meshkin Shahr with the altitude of 1700 m. Some species like wild goat, wild bore, rabbit, fox and ... MORE

With an area of 60 square kilometers, this habitat is located 80 km. northeast to Meshkin Shahr with the altitude of 1700 m. Some species like wild goat, wild bore, rabbit, fox and partridge live over there.

Hooshang Meydani Va Qaragoel Habitat
in Meshgin shahr (MeshkinShahr) City

Hooshang Meydani Va Qaragoel Habitat

city: Meshgin shahr (MeshkinShahr)

Located on the northern foothills of Sabalan Mountains with the altitude of 2,725 m. this area is the habitat of several species of wildlife. The most important of them are: wild goat, ... MORE

Located on the northern foothills of Sabalan Mountains with the altitude of 2,725 m. this area is the habitat of several species of wildlife. The most important of them are: wild goat, Armenian wild sheep, partridge, turtledove and ringdove.

Khorosloo Habitat
in Meshgin shahr (MeshkinShahr) City

Khorosloo Habitat

city: Meshgin shahr (MeshkinShahr)

Covering an area of 120 square kilometers this habitat is 1,200 meters high from the sea level. It is 95 kilometers far from Meshkin Shahr and is the home of wild goat, Armenian wild ... MORE

Covering an area of 120 square kilometers this habitat is 1,200 meters high from the sea level. It is 95 kilometers far from Meshkin Shahr and is the home of wild goat, Armenian wild sheep, fox, wolf, rabbit, partridge, turtledove, ringdove and bustard etc.

Movil Habitat
in Meshgin shahr (MeshkinShahr) City

Movil Habitat

city: Meshgin shahr (MeshkinShahr)

Located south of Meshkin Shahr and west of the Haram Daq Mountains, this habitat is 3,200 meters higher than the sea level. This region is the habitat of ringdove, rabbit, partridge, ... MORE

Located south of Meshkin Shahr and west of the Haram Daq Mountains, this habitat is 3,200 meters higher than the sea level. This region is the habitat of ringdove, rabbit, partridge, turtledove, and other species of migratory and prey birds.

Sarvan Darahsi Habitat
in Meshgin shahr (MeshkinShahr) City

Sarvan Darahsi Habitat

city: Meshgin shahr (MeshkinShahr)

Located 25 km. southeast of Meshkin Shahr, this habitat has an area of 105 square kilometers with altitude of 200 m. There live some wildlife like wild goat, Armenian wild sheep (in ... MORE

Located 25 km. southeast of Meshkin Shahr, this habitat has an area of 105 square kilometers with altitude of 200 m. There live some wildlife like wild goat, Armenian wild sheep (in winters), brown bear, wolf, rabbit and different species of birds.

Golool Protected Zone
in Shirvan City

Golool Protected Zone

city: Shirvan

This area covers 17,000 hectares and is 70 km. north of Shirvan, and is situated on the borders of Iran and Turkemenistan. Dense forests and verdant pastures can also be sighted here ... MORE

This area covers 17,000 hectares and is 70 km. north of Shirvan, and is situated on the borders of Iran and Turkemenistan. Dense forests and verdant pastures can also be sighted here as well as wildlife.

Other Protected Zones and Forest Parks
in City

Other Protected Zones and Forest Parks

Other forest parks of the province worth mentioning are as follows: â€˜Sohanak Forest Park (200 hectares)â€™, â€˜Qazal Parkâ€™ (975 hectares) in the north east, â€˜Sorkh-e-Hessar Parkâ€™ ... MORE

Other forest parks of the province worth mentioning are as follows: â€˜Sohanak Forest Park (200 hectares)â€™, â€˜Qazal Parkâ€™ (975 hectares) in the north east, â€˜Sorkh-e-Hessar Parkâ€™ (850 hectares) in the east, â€˜Tuska Parkâ€™ (300 Hectares) in the south east and 'Khojir Park' (120 Hectares) in ...

Lar Protected Zone
in City

Lar Protected Zone

Situated at the common limits between the Fars and Hormozgan provinces, it has an area of 151,284 ha. Particularly attractive to researchers and tourists, it has its own characteristic ... MORE

Situated at the common limits between the Fars and Hormozgan provinces, it has an area of 151,284 ha. Particularly attractive to researchers and tourists, it has its own characteristic wildlife, which are adaptive to hot-dry regions.

Protected Wildlife Zones
in Shahrood City

Protected Wildlife Zones

city: Shahrood

Semnan province has such areas, like that of the Khosh Yelaq in the northeast of Shahrood, Parvar to the north of the township of Semnan, and Khar Tooran in the southeast of Shahrood. ... MORE

Semnan province has such areas, like that of the Khosh Yelaq in the northeast of Shahrood, Parvar to the north of the township of Semnan, and Khar Tooran in the southeast of Shahrood. A special species of the 'wild ass' inhabit the region of Khar Tooran. Other species of wildlife noted in Semnan province ...

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