[1] The fauna of the Virgin Komi Forests is equally diverse, supporting species such as reindeer, sable, European mink and mountain hare.

[2] The Virgin Komi Forests are part of the Ural Mountains taiga ecoregion, characterized by a subarctic climate with long, cold winters and short, warm summers.

This climate supports extensive peat bogs, rivers, and natural lakes, which play a crucial role in carbon sequestration and maintaining regional hydrology.

The forests' pristine condition offers a unique opportunity to study natural boreal ecosystems without significant human interference.

Despite the area's recognition as a World Heritage site, attempts at extracting gold are being actively lobbied by the Head of the Republic and Komi's Ministry of Nature.