Established in 1976 for the protection of indigenous flora and fauna ( juniper, wild fruit trees, reptiles, birds, and mammals)[2] it is located in the central part of the Kopetdag Range in Ahal Province, covering an area of 497 km2 (192 sq mi).

The reserve consists of four separate areas located at different altitudes, from 700 to 2800 meters.

[3] It also incorporates two sanctuaries and two natural monuments: The most critically endangered species of animals are protected here, such as leopards, wild sheep, bear goats, Indian porcupines, hyenas and other species of mammals, birds, snakes and lizards.

The plants that have the most rare and endangered species are Liliaceae, Orchidaceae, Rosaceae, Fabaceae and Asteraceae.

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