Regional Law No. 703-OD “On institution of natural park “Nishnekhopiorskiy”. Country/Territory Russian Federation Territorial subdivision Volgograd Document type Legislation Date 2002 (2007) Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Forestry, Wild species & ecosystems Keyword National parks Ecosystem preservation Cultural heritage Protection of species Endangered species Tourism Geographical area CIS (Commonwealth of Independent States), Eastern Europe, Europe Entry into force notes This Regional Law enters into force on the date of its official publication. Abstract This Regional Law establishes legal grounds for management and conservation of natural ecosystems, including natural waterbodies and landscapes. The scope of institution of natural park “Nishnekhopiorskiy” shall be to use it for environmental, educational, scientific and research purposes. Natural park shall carry out the following functions: (a) conservation of natural environment, unique natural landscapes and complexes; (b) protection and conservation of rare and endangered plant and animal s Full text Russian Website regzakon.fpa.su