Eldar Şamı Qoruğu

Eldar Sami Qorugu is a nature reserve located in the Samux region of Azerbaijan. It covers an area of approximately 1,500 hectares and is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including rare and endangered species.

The reserve is situated on the southern slopes of the Greater Caucasus Mountains and comprises of two distinct zones: the forest zone and the mountain zone. The forest zone is dominated by oak and beech trees, while the mountain zone consists of rocky terrain and alpine meadows.

The reserve is home to a variety of wildlife species, including brown bears, wolves, wild boars, lynx, and various species of birds. It is also an important breeding ground for migratory birds such as the Caucasian black grouse, which is a rare and endangered species.

The Eldar Sami Qorugu nature reserve is protected by the Azerbaijani government and is open to visitors who can enjoy hiking, bird watching, and nature photography. The reserve also offers educational opportunities for school children and researchers interested in studying the unique flora and fauna of the region.