The site supports several amphibian, fish, plant and bird species that are vulnerable, endangered or endemic. Human activities include fishing, farming, hunting, seasonally intensive berry picking, and boating. An extremely important area for the hydrology of Lake Peipsi. Endla Nature Reserve . A freshwater ecosystem of peat bogs, swamp forests, freshwater lakes, and rivers.
Vegetation includes dwarf pine shrub, reedbeds, and rare or endangered orchid species.
Numerous species of vulnerable or endangered waterbirds use the area for breeding. The site is an important area for water supply, conservation education, and scientific research. Human activities include agriculture and sport fishing. Ramsar site no. 907. Hiiumaa Islets and K ina Bay .