Ministerial Decree No. 263 on establishment of Zagatala State Reserve. Country/Territory Azerbaijan Document type Regulation Date 2008 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Environment gen., Wild species & ecosystems Keyword Biodiversity Ecosystem preservation Protected area Wild fauna Wild flora Protection of environment Pastoralism Geographical area Asia, Caspian Sea, CIS (Commonwealth of Independent States), Europe and Central Asia, Landlocked Developing Nations, Western Asia Entry into force notes This Decree enters into force upon signature. Abstract This Decree states that Zagatala State Reserve shall be established on 6557 hectare of Zagatala and Balakan districts. This Decree aims at developing the network of nature protection zones, ensuring biodiversity conservation in Zagatala State Reserve as well as in summer pastures adjacent to Zagatala State Reserve and preserving flora, fauna and their ecosystems. Full text Azerbaijani Website www.e-qanun.az