These two lakes lie at over 2,200 metres elevation in the Parc National du Haut Atlas Oriental (National Park of the Western High Atlas), within the high Atlas Mountains, making them the second and third highest lakes in North Africa. Particularly deep and among the few non-eutrophic lakes in Morocco, they are of karstic or pseudo-karstic origin, positioned at the southern limit of the Palearctic region. Surrounded by steppe vegetation, the lakes are fed by snow melt and play a crucial role in groundwater recharge. Local activities include livestock grazing and sport fishing, particularly in summer. However, threats such as illegal fishing, overgrazing, and organic pollution from livestock and washing activities endanger the Site’s ecological balance. Biodiversity is a key feature, with the globally near-threatened European otter (Lutra lutra), listed under CITES Appendix I, among the species present. Given its ecological importance and role in local livelihoods, sustainable management is essential to mitigate emerging threats and ensure long-term conservation.