7 August 2026 12:20 (UTC+04:00)Laman Ismayilova Read moreEight bison calves have been born this year in Shahdag National Park, marking a significant achievement in Azerbaijan's efforts to restore the population of this endangered species, AzerNEWS reports citing WWF Azerbaijan. that two of the newborn calves are the offspring of bison born in Azerbaijan in 2022. This indicates that bison reintroduced into the country after the start of the conservation program have begun reproducing, representing an important step in the successful restoration of the species. Today, the majority of these animals are kept and bred in zoos and specialized conservation facilities. The birth of new calves highlights the progress of these conservation efforts and offers promising prospects for the long-term restoration of the species in Azerbaijan's ecosystems.