An extensive system of lagoons with sandy islands and shores, surround-ed by steppe, in the coastal zone of the Black Sea and Sea of Azov.
Key biodiversity
An important site for waterbirds and birds of the steppe biome.
Protected areas
National None International High165,000 ha of IBA covered by Ramsar Site (Eastern Syvash, 165,000 ha). 80,000 ha of IBA covered by Ramsar Site (Central Syvash, 80,000 ha).
