The Ain Elshakika Wetland, which covers an area of , was included in the Ramsar Convention of Wetlands on 5 April 2000. It also covers part of the Kouf National Park. It is a hypersaline coastal sebkha ('sebka' means: "depression"). The geological formation, on its southern part, consists of limestone. Sand dunes, mudflats and large areas of shrubs are also part of this wetland. Its importance is on account of migratory and resident waterbirds, which provide ample opportunities for bird watching and also for eco-tourism.