Utrish protected area. State natural reserve “Utrish. Barbed and feline

Most large park Anapa is on Bolshoy Utrish, twenty kilometers from the city, which, however, is easy to reach by shuttle bus, taxi or sail on excursion ships. This is a reserve of the same name, spread over an area of ​​more than nine thousand hectares (9065 hectares of land and forest resources and 783 hectares of sea water). The reserve is of indescribable beauty - rocks inaccessible from the sea side, one of which is called "Prometheus". It was to her that the Thunderer Zeus chained the hero of Hellas, who gave people fire.

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Foothills of the Great Caucasus, blue lagoons, streams with crystal clean water and waterfalls. More than a hundred species of trees grow in the protected area, including such relict ones as juniper, pistachio, oak and hornbeam. Among them there are those whose age exceeds a millennium. Annually at Big Utrish thousands of thousands of tourists and holidaymakers flock. There is a nudist beach on the shore of one of the lagoons.

Well, there is no need to talk about the popularity of the Utrish Dolphinarium. It has an open-air theater, and in the summer, not only smart dolphins but also other marine animals. By the beauty of its nature, the reserve is not inferior to Switzerland itself. Along the coast there are cafes, barbecue, kiosks with soft drinks, ice cream, souvenirs. If you wish, you can go horseback riding along the foothills, accompanied by experienced instructors. The virgin nature is so good that many visitors settle on Bolshoy Utrish and Maly Utrish in the tent camp in order to fully enjoy its charming views and capture them in memory, as well as recover from various diseases of the lungs, bronchi, and skin. According to the Adyghe legend, when Prometheus nevertheless freed himself from the shackles, he healed his wounds by plunging into the healing sea waves.

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State nature reserve"Utrish" was created to preserve the unique biological diversity of natural ecosystems of the Northern Mediterranean, represented in Russia only on the territory Krasnodar Territory in the form of a relict refugium (refuge), the core of which is the Abrau Peninsula. At the same time, the nature of Utrish is more vulnerable than Caucasian reserve, covered from the side of the resort Sochi by the foothill Sochi National Park. Reserve "Utrish" is located near the resort town of Anapa and Novorossiysk, surrounded by boarding houses and tourist centers, and its coniferous vegetation and dry grass in summer heat extremely fire hazardous.

FOREST AND WATER

The Utrish reserve was created for a long time. His project was prepared back in Soviet times, but it was never implemented. The scarce budgetary funding of the time prevented, especially in the 1990s. In the early 2000s, it was planned to open it as a branch of the Caucasian Reserve. The change in the leadership of the Krasnodar Territory prevented. Finally, after long ordeals, on September 2, 2010, the Utrish reserve was created. It included part of the existing here regional reserve"Big Utrish". In 2011, the reserve was divided into four areas: two - forest lands near Anapa and Novorossiysk and two - areas of internal sea waters and the territorial sea of ​​Russia, adjacent to the southwestern coast of the Abrau Peninsula between the Shirokaya Shchel and Vodopadnaya Shchel watercourses.

UTRISH PHENOMENON

Specific traits sea ​​coast on Utrish - a narrow coastal zone and high steep banks, formed by the destructive impact sea ​​waves(abrasion) to the lower slopes and regularly occurring tectonic processes (movements and earthquakes). This type of coast is called a landslide-landslide, and the phenomenon itself is called the Utrish phenomenon. Local residents have always understood nature well and subtly noticed important for life. natural phenomena... After all, "Utrish" in the Adyghe language means "talus" or "landslide". Both in ancient times and now, rockfalls here pose a significant danger to people. And coastal landscapes change literally from year to year.
As a result of the largest earthquakes that occurred 5-7 thousand years ago, the modern appearance of the Abrau Peninsula was formed with its two landslide tongues - the Maliy and Bolshoi Utrish peninsulas. The tongue of the ancient landslide, the largest on the entire Black Sea coast, stretches for almost two kilometers and ends with a small island.

LANDSCAPE VARIETY

The Utrish reserve is located in the northwestern part of the Black Sea coast of the Western Caucasus, on the Abrau peninsula, and includes the extreme western spurs of the Main Caucasian ridge. The maximum heights on the Abrau Peninsula are 531.6 m (Mount Kobyla) and 548.6 m (Mount Oryol). The mountains, albeit quite low, end at the sea with steep, almost vertical cliffs. The slopes are indented by transverse narrow valleys (crevices) with steep sides covered with forest. The width of these slots is 10-50 m, and the length is from 2 to 30 km. Due to such a difficult terrain, the reserve has a wide variety of types of landscapes. Experts distinguish 89, but, simplifying, three large types can be noted. Juniper, pistachio, downy oak, hornbeam, and ash grow in the sub-Mediterranean forests and woodlands. Mesophytic broadleaf forests consist of linden, rock oak, ash, beech. Conifers include mainly Pitsunda and Crimean pines.

BRUSH OR TREE

The peculiarity of the Black Sea forests is that with distance from the sea, not only changes species composition, but also appearance woody vegetation. For example, a shrub form is giving way to a woody one. Eastern hornbeam (hornbeam), pistachio, oak closer to the sea are bushes with 8-12 trunks 1-1.5 m high, retreating deeper onto land, they turn into trees with 1-2 trunks 10-15 m high.
Shibliaks occupy a special place in the vegetation cover of the western part - low-growing forests and shrubs consisting of deciduous drought-resistant species. Shiblyak covers southern slopes facing the sea, up to a height of 150-200 m, and sometimes even higher. The main species of Shiblyak is a downy oak, and its shrub form, which, obviously, arose at the site of cutting down tall oak trees. On the coastal rocky terraces and non-steep cliffs, pistachio grows singly or in small groups. In more humid places, a hornbeam is mixed with oak, in places forming clean plantations.

Grown with a dark reputation

In the driest places among other species, a tree grows. This shrub with small oval glossy leaves and inconspicuous, but numerous yellow flowers is quite thermophilic, chooses open space, dry and sunny slopes. On the clearings of oak forests, clean thickets of tree grip are usually formed. It is unpretentious to the acidity of the soil, but prefers mountain gorges and rocky lands. The tree can rarely reach a height of more than 5 m, but its dense branches form a kind of natural trap - completely impassable thickets. Having accidentally landed in them, it is not easy for a living being to free itself from the tenacious embrace - the grip of the tree is holding tight. The secret is that its thin, spread-out branches are equipped with a formidable weapon: nature has transformed stipules into dangerous strong thorns. Moreover, they are located in pairs: one straight and thin, the other curved - a real hook. Another name for this plant is associated with thorns - the paliurus of Christ's thorn. According to legend, the wreath, dressed on the head of Christ, was woven from a tree holder: behind the delicate yellowish flowers, sharp thorns, like needles, were hidden.

LIVING RARE ABRAU

The flora of the reserve includes 117 endemic species and 16 species of tertiary relics (preglacial plants). The second include berry yew, pitsunda pine, high and smelly juniper, false yellow onion, oriental beech, Caucasian hellebore, German medlar, tanning skumpia, dull-leaved pistachio, tannic sumach, Colchis dumplings, feather grass, light maple, common ivy, viburnum. Most of them are rare and endangered species, therefore they are listed in the Red Data Books of various levels. In total, 72 species of plants listed in the Red Book of Russia are described in the Utrish reserve.

The territory of the reserve abounds in rare, protected and endemic species and subspecies of animals. Let's dwell on mammals that are not so easy to meet in life - bats, or bats... Nine species inhabiting Utrish are rare and endangered, two of them (Lesser Horseshoe Bat and Pointed Myotis) are included in the Red Book of the Russian Federation. Coastal rocks in the vicinity of the village Small Utrish- the westernmost of the five places in Russia where the leather-like bat lives. These small, 4-5 cm, animals are covered with golden or yellow-brown wavy hair. They live in colonies of up to 70 individuals. During the day they hide in crevices of rocks, and all night they fly in gorges above the crowns of trees or grassy plains in search of insects. The grottoes, located on the coastal cliffs, are used for the autumn swarming of most bats, including migrants: rufous and little noctresses, two-colored leatherette, and forest bat. It was during the swarming in these grottoes that the only find of a European broadleaf was made in Utrish. This dark little animal is generally small in number everywhere. European barnacles do not form large colonies; they live singly or in pairs. They can be seen at dusk over vineyards, gardens and villages.
Forest areas on the Abrau Peninsula are inhabited by the extreme western population of the Caucasian forest cat, the only one listed in the Red Book Russian Federation species of the predators living here. It is also difficult to meet this animal, because this cat, although it looks like a domestic one, has a completely different character. The forest cat chooses the most remote places, climbs higher mountains and lives alone, except for the breeding season. This predator is larger domestic cat, it has thicker and longer fur and a thick striped tail. Of course, she climbs trees well, but hunts on the ground for small animals and birds. In a hungry period, it even attacks ungulates or at dusk goes to a person's dwelling in the hope of profiting from poultry.

UTRISH GADS

The word "reptiles" is not a swear word, but (in the context of describing the animal world) the old scientific name for a group of animals that unites amphibians and reptiles. The corresponding modern term is herpetofauna. The reserve is home to 8 species of amphibians and 14 species of reptiles.
Features of ecology certain types allow them to be divided into three large ecological groups: hydrophilic (lake frog, marsh turtle, common and water snakes), xerophilic (Nikolsky's tortoise, yellow snake, middle lizard, yellow-bellied and olive snake) and mesophilic (all three species of newts - Asia Minor, Lanza and Karelin, green and Caucasian toads, Shelkovnikov tree frog, Asia Minor frog, brittle spindle, meadow lizard, Shcherbak's lizard, Pallas snake, Aesculapius snake and copperhead). The distribution of most species of amphibians and reptiles is mosaic in nature, associated with different conditions habitats specific to each of the three described ecological groupings.

MEDITERRANEAN IMMIGRANTS

The marine part of the Utrish reserve occupies 783 hectares of the Black Sea. 71 species of fish belonging to 36 families of 15 orders have been registered here. Of the fish of the protected marine area, 2 species (Black Sea beluga and brown trout) are listed in the Red Book of Russia, and 3 more (chromogobius four-striped, yellow trigela and light croaker) - in the Red Book of Krasnodar Territory.
On the sea shelf of the Abrau Peninsula, there are representatives of all fish communities typical for the Black Sea: pelagic, rocky overgrown, coastal loose soils, loose soils of the lower cooled layer. The basis of the Black Sea ichthyofauna is made up of Mediterranean immigrants - warm-water and temperate-water marine species(anchovy, horse mackerel, sprat, etc.), which found favorable conditions here and reproduce successfully. But species such as bonito and bluefish produce offspring and feed in the Black Sea, and winter in the warmer Marmara.

BIT AND CAT

In addition to bony fish, cartilaginous fish also live here: ordinary stingrays and two species of sharks. Fans of the Black Sea vacation should not worry - cat and prickly sharks are not dangerous for humans, but it’s interesting to learn about them.
The spiny shark, which is also called spotted, katran, dog shark, sometimes grows up to 2 m, but more often its length is 1-1.2 m.Despite its small size, its appearance is purely shark: an elongated spindle-shaped body, oval eyes, sickle-shaped mouth with 100-105 small canine-like teeth, caudal fin with an elongated oar-shaped upper lobe. In the dorsal fin of this shark there are thorns, to which poison flows through the channels. These thorns are dangerous, but only for fishermen. Carelessly handling the caught katran, you can inject yourself and get a portion of the poison. He, of course, is not fatal, but it causes unpleasant sensations.
The spiny shark usually stays at a depth of 50-150 m and only rises higher at night. She hunts small fish (herring, anchovy, horse mackerel) and bottom animals (shrimp, crabs, squid).
The cat shark is even smaller than the barbed shark, its length rarely exceeds 60 cm. It has a large flattened head with a blunt rostrum and a speckled body with dorsal fins shifted to the tail. Large, almond-shaped eyes with a slit pupil are apparently the reason for the name of the fish. The whole life of a cat shark takes place in the deep layers of water, and the predator feeds mainly on bottom fish and invertebrates.

FINGER OR CLAW

Crabs are numerous coastal and aquatic inhabitants of the Black Sea. Even on a crowded beach, sitting a little by the stones washed by the wave, you can see these funny creatures, and in wild places there are even more of them. They then swim, then climb onto a dry stone to sunbathe, then hide under it, then chase each other. The largest of them are stone and marble crabs. The width of their shells is 9-10 cm. These species live away from people, in quiet wild places. If you disturb the crab, for example, grab it, start looking at it and play with it, it will defend itself. He has no poison, but he painfully pinches with sharp and strong pincers. If the crab grabbed the finger, do not jerk or pull it, otherwise the crab will give you its claw. Then, of course, he will grow a new one, but this will take a lot of time and effort. Since you have interfered with his life, bear with him a little, he will release his finger in a few seconds, and everyone will remain intact.

general information

Reserve area: 10,008 hectares, including 783 hectares of sea area.

Flora counts: 859 species from 106 families of vascular plants, 99 species of algae and 128 species of mosses and liverworts.

Curious facts

■ The most dangerous thing is to get caught in a rockfall at the bottom of the slope. At this point, the stones are accelerating to 200 m / s. The energy of such stones is enormous, and the force of the blow can be deadly.
■ The communities of juniper and shiblyak, in the mountain steppes and meadows of the Abrau coast are inhabited by more than half of all protected insects in the Krasnodar Territory, including species that are not found anywhere else in Russia.
■ The main limiting factors for the amphibian and reptile populations of the Utrish Nature Reserve and its environs include habitat degradation and destruction, deaths from human hands, under the wheels of cars on roads and from teeth of dogs and cats near settlements, fires and droughts. For amphibians great importance has pollution of water bodies.
■ In coastal brackish lakes-lagoons on the territory of the reserve and in its vicinity, along with clean freshwater species(goldfish, carp, verkhovna) there are marine coastal species of the families of goby, needle and wrasse. Most likely, they get there during strong storms along with the Black Sea water.
■ In recent decades, the population of mussels and the life expectancy of these molluscs have declined sharply. The reason is hypoxia due to a lack of oxygen in the water. Due to the change in the quantity and quality of river flow in the summer in the bottom layer, starting from a depth of 3-5 m, hydrogen sulfide zones are formed, which leads to deaths.
■ The spines of the dorsal fin of some fish in the Black Sea are poisonous. They are armed with a sea dragon, scorpions - noticeable and Black Sea, or sea ​​ruff... However, you cannot accidentally inject yourself with them (for example, by stepping on, going into the water). They live a little deeper.

Blue lagoons, foothills of the Caucasus, waterfalls and streams with clear water, amazing vegetation and animal world- all of this is a big Utrish reserve.

About where is nature reserve Utrish, what are its features, what sights await tourists - further in the article.

The reserve was created in September 2010 with the aim of not only preserving, but also restoring the natural complexes located here. They are located in the zone of dry subtropics of the Caucasian coast of the Black Sea.

Also, the purpose of creating the reserve was to ensure the conservation unique places nature, organization environmental education tourists, the development of scientific methods to maximize the protection of nature. At the same time, it was planned to organize environmental monitoring in the reserve.

The Utrish State Nature Reserve is now located between the borders of the cities of Anapa and Novorossiysk. The facility is located in the northeastern part of the Black Sea.

The area of ​​this reserve is 10008 hectares. In the region where the Utrish reserve is located, there is a predominance of foothill and low-mountain landscapes of the forest type.

Types of landscapes of the reserve

There are three main types of landscapes on the territory of the reserve:

1. Woodlands and sub-Mediterranean forests with a predominance of pistachio-juniper, oak-juniper and juniper thickets. The woodland is represented by ash, hornbeam, oak and shibliak thickets.
2. Mesophytic deciduous forests are found in the Utrish reserve. Vivid representatives of this type of vegetation are oak, linden, ash, pine and hornbeam, preferring rocky terrain.
3. The third type of landscape relief is coniferous forests.

There are about 89 types of microlandscapes in the reserve, which are combined into 5 genera and 3 types. This:

• ecotonic;
• sub-Mediterranean;
• steep.

The diversity of the landscape structure is characterized by a large dissection of land, a variety of slopes, and specific landforms that were formed as a result of seismic gravity processes in different periods of history.

The complication of the structure is also determined by the activity of gravitational processes taking place today - the impact of the sea and landslide-talus elements.

Flora and fauna

Utrish Nature Reserve - Diversity wildlife... Three main types of tree-like plants grow on its territory:

• pitsunda pine;
• juniper;
• dull-leaved pistachio.

Juniper and pistachio forests are the main value of this reserve.
The Utrish reserve near Anapa and Novorossiysk also has 75 species of various herbaceous plants, about 107 species of shrubs and trees. 60 species of them are included in the Russian and international Red Book.

The reserve in Bolshoy Utrish, excursions to which allow you to see all this with your own eyes, is indeed a unique area, which took millennia to create.

Suffice it to mention this fact: trees were found in local forests, only the approximate age of which is more than 1000 years. 19 species of birds live on the territory of the reserve.

The following nests in the reserve:

• black neck;
• peregrine falcon;
• snake eater;
• vulture;
• white-tailed eagle.

A unique specimen of this region is the mute swan, which hibernates in estuary-type lakes. During the migration period off the coast of these reservoirs, you can see:

• toadstools;
• loons.

Another 80 species of waterfowl and near-water birds stop here. Here you can also find a rare representative of reptiles on the territory of the Russian Federation - Mediterranean turtle and Aesculapian snake.

Maly Utrish reserve and other places of the reserve are rich in invertebrate fauna. There are about 56 species of them.

• crustaceans - 22;
• coelenterates - 1;
• shellfish - 13;
• polychaetes - 14;
• ascidians - 2;
• bryozoans - 4.

A rare specimen of fauna, a representative of insects living on the territory of the reserve, is the striped empusa, which was previously known only from finds from the Crimea. Also in this area there are unique specimens of Mediterranean butterflies and a steppe paw.

The Utrish reserve, whose photo shows the beauty of the water area where this unique area is located, is characterized by a huge species diversity of all kinds of zooplankton, phytoplankton and algae.

This place is home to 227 species of algae. The migration routes of bottlenose dolphins, anchovy, horse mackerel and mackerel pass here.

Unique waterfall

An attraction that always attracts the attention of thousands of visitors to the unique protected area is the bewitching sight of the Pearl Waterfall. Although the height of its cascading streams is not the same as on Niagara, but only 5 m, this cascade is also located on the shallow stream Vodopadny.

Its peculiarity is that amazingly clear water flies down, breaks against the stones of the seaside pebble beach, then bends around them and flows directly into the waters of the Black Sea.

This is the most interesting waterfall, of which there are many in the Krasnodar Territory. It has a virtuous function as it is a free shower facility used by tourists who come to enjoy the wilderness.

Since there are no human settlements in the vicinity, the rushing water surprises with its incredible for modern man transparency.

Where to stay

There is an auto camping near the territory of the reserve. Tourists who come to rest by car like to stay in it. The sea is very close to the campsite, so deep and transparent.

Having enjoyed sea ​​rest and tired of sunbathing aimlessly on the beach, most travelers with interest visit protected places using the services of tour guides.

Resourceful tourists choosing a destination for their annual vacation or organizing unforgettable summer holidays their child, do not stop only at the choice of a boarding house, camp or sandy coast. Often, the priority is given to cities that are rich in their history and have a number of them in the vicinity. An incredible number of museums, monuments and unique creations of nature are concentrated in Anapa. Reserve "Bolshoy Utrish", located not far from it, is famous for the unsurpassed beauty of landscapes and an interesting fight for "survival".

Where is the reserve in Anapa?

It stretches to the south of the famous resort town; on the way of the tourist, you will also meet the village of Sukko. Distance from the center is approximately 19 km.

On the map of Krasnodar Territory, the Bolshoi Utrish reserve is located as follows:

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History: the thorny path of origin

A long way of formation and development preceded the opening of the reserve. To make this area of ​​the immense nature of Russia arose at the end of the XX century. All scientific minds in this field, with appeals, achieved the emergence of the reserve in 2000. However, the administration of the Novorossiysk region did not support the existing project, and as a result of the lack of persistence of the State Committee, it was completely rejected.

But already the next year, the Russian government issued an order on the creation of a territory controlled and protected by the state. After 8 years, part of the potential reserve was destroyed, as a road began to be laid through it. Only by joint efforts, local and scientists were able to prevent the current construction. The official date of birth of "Big Utrish" is considered to be September 2, 2010.

Natural masterpieces on excursions

Along the beautiful Black Sea coast of the Krasnodar Territory, there are many blue lagoons, cozy quiet bays, majestic mountains and forests full of fresh breath, attracting thousands of tourists on excursions. The Bolshoi Utrish reserve is no exception and constantly pleases the eye of visitors. Reviews of local beauties and unique natural creations scattered across all corners of the Russian Federation and neighboring countries. What is it worth, adjacent to it from the north ?!

One of its attractions is deservedly so. The height of the falling streams here reaches about 5 m, and it is located on the Vodopadnoye brook. The peculiarity is that the crystal clear water flies rapidly, beats against numerous pebble stones and, bending around small pebbles, flows directly into the salty Black Sea. It is the westernmost waterfall in the Krasnodar Territory. One of its virtuous functions is to provide "shower services" for savages who have come to admire and conquer pristine nature. There are no villages nearby, as a result of which its water surprises with its transparency.

The presence of five surprisingly mesmerizing lagoons contributes to the uniqueness of this place. They also have beaches that attract lovers of relaxation without clothes and spending time without amenities, who want to feel complete freedom and tranquility in the company of nature. The unique juniper-pistachio forest, which stretches between the second and third coves, according to the unanimous verdict of experts, is called the luxurious ecological value of these lands. But on its territory it is planned to build a sports and recreation complex.

"Big Utrish": natural and flora

Unique ecosystems and the rarest representatives of flora, listed in the Red Book and protected by the state, are concentrated in two clusters - Abraussky and Sheskharisky. The first one is represented by the following main plants and trees:

• Pistachio.
• Juniper.
• Maple.
• Hornbeam.
• Ash.

In the Sheskharis cluster of the state nature conservation object, there are pine forests and massifs of fluffy oak, juniper, oak and hornbeam plantations.

The fauna of these amazing territories is no less rich. Here, the habitats of a colossal number of reptiles, mammals and amphibians were discovered, the prominent representatives of which are Nikolsky's tortoise and Karelin's newt. Amazing hedgehogs, martens, hares, raccoons and other animals are permanent residents of Bolshoi Utrish.

However, this is a favorite nesting place for many birds living here constantly or arriving seasonally. Scientists have discovered here the rarest species of butterflies, freely flitting in the air. The water area is rich in stellate sturgeon, beluga, common katrana, sea ​​foxes and hundreds of other representatives of the fish class.

How to get there (get there)?

You can get to the "Bolshoy Utrish" reserve by sitting in Anapa on the minibus number 109, which will take you to the same name with the reserve. From here, as well as from the district center itself, various types of activities are made to the nature conservation area.

By car, you can get here from Anapa as follows:

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Tourist notes

• Address: Severnaya Street, 41v, Anapa, Krasnodar Territory, Russia.
• Coordinates: 44.767525, 37.435069.
• Phone: + 7-86133-30-319.
• Official website: http://www.utrishgpz.ru

Vacationers can take exclusive photos and add them to their summer vacation album, relax on the sandy shores and sunbathe in Anapa. Reserve "Bolshoy Utrish" will add unprecedented colors, a sense of peace, tranquility and the desire to protect and protect the pristine nature of each guest. Thanks to the purest air, you can improve your health, gain strength, cheer up and return to the bustle of the city with an unprecedented charge of strength. In conclusion, we offer a short video about him, enjoy your viewing!

On the Abrau peninsula there is nature reserve Utrish, uniting the former Bolshoi and Maly Utrish reserves. This place attracts tourists with its rich natural diversity, clean mountain air, clear water and beautiful beaches and lagoons. Most of all these places are appreciated by amateurs wild rest, because, despite the sufficient number of tourists coming from Anapa, here you can find a secluded corner on the seashore, surrounded by pristine nature, where rarely anyone comes.

Where is the reserve: contact information

• Forests are oak, hornbeam, ash, linden, maple, as well as pistachio and juniper. There are also separate forest areas where exclusively Pitsunda pine, downy oak or juniper grow.
• Marine flora is more than 200 species of algae.
• From representatives of the fauna First of all, the Mediterranean tortoise should be highlighted, the protection of which is given special attention here.
• Invertebrates should be highlighted rare view praying mantises - striped empusa, as well as steppe paw - the largest grasshopper in Russia, the length of the female of which is 7-11 centimeters. 94 species of insects in the reserve, 13 of which are endemic species listed in the Red Book of Russia. In the forests and on the rocks, you can see the Aesculapian snake reaching 2 meters in length.
• Of the birds, of which there are more than 140 species in the reserve, dominated by the black vulture, snake eagle, peregrine falcon, white-tailed eagle and vulture. The mute swan comes here for wintering, as well as 80 species of other waterfowl and near-water birds.
• Of larger animals on the territory of Bolshoy and Maly Utrish you can find deer, roe deer, wild boars, jackals, foxes, raccoons and hares.
• In the water area of the reserve, there are schools of anchovy, mackerel and horse mackerel, attracting many dolphins here.

Sights of the Utrish reserve

• Dolphinarium... Here is the Anapa Dolphinarium, where interesting performances are held with the participation of these friendly marine mammals. There is also another dolphinarium, which is not similar to traditional objects of this kind. This is a fenced-in area of ​​the sea where dolphins are in their natural habitat, so they are more playful. For people suffering from neurological disorders and simply wanting to relieve stress, dolphin therapy sessions are held.
• Lighthouse... The lighthouse, built in the 1970s, still performs its direct functions. There is also a chapel nearby. But tourists are attracted here by the beautiful panorama of the surroundings, opening from the hill.
• Diving The vacationers are given the opportunity to dive under the water to observe the rich fauna and flora of the reserve in the clear water. Dolphins can often be seen hunting underwater.
• Yacht Club... In Bolshoy Utrish, you can take an unforgettable sailing trip on a yacht or boat, during which you can not only admire the beautiful views, but also swim in the clear sea, and also fish.
• Pearl waterfall... The most popular of all the waterfalls in the reserve. The water here falls from the mountains directly to the beach. Therefore, the waterfall is not only a kind of natural hydro-massager, but also a place where you can wash yourself from salt sea ​​water or just freshen up if you don't want to swim in the sea.
• Lake Sukko... A picturesque lake surrounded by forest. It is noteworthy that in the middle of it grow swamp cypresses, between which tourists love to sail by boat.
• Beaches and lagoons... Pebble beaches are one of the main attractions of the Utrish nature reserve. The purest water and picturesque sea harbors attract tourists from the crowded beaches of Anapa. Also, the coast of the Utrish nature reserve has become popular with nudists, who have arranged several wild beaches here at once.

Pearl Waterfall is one of the most popular attractions of the reserve.

The history of the creation of the State Natural Reserve Utrish

The idea of ​​creating a protected area began to be discussed in scientific circles and the public environment since the end of the 80s of the last century. However, the government the order on the formation of the reserve was issued only in 2001... According to the government's plan, the Utrish reserve was to be opened in 2010. The works were started in 2008 and, despite some obstacles (in particular, due to the opposition of the authorities and the public around the laying of the road in protected areas), they were completed on time.

Cypress Lake - favorite place recreation of visitors to the reserve.

• The total length of the coastline of the Utrish reserve is 12.5 km.
• "Utrish" s in the translation of the Turkic means "collapse".
• Trees were found in the forests of the reserve, which are about 1000 years old.
• More than half of the flora of the reserve are endemic and preglacial plants.

Utrish nature reserve video

An interesting video about the Utrish nature reserve.

Having visited these wonderful places, you will surely want to come here again. And stay no longer in Anapa, but directly in the private sector of the village of Sukko or in the new tourist complex "Utrish", built according to modern standards, surrounded by a juniper forest. Indeed, many vacationers come to the idea that it is better to relax closer to nature, making short excursions to restaurants and nightclubs in Anapa, and not vice versa. However, who likes what.