The northernmost ponds, Pšeničkův and Olšový, and the closest area around the Zadní Stream are protected as a nature reserve.
[1] The nature park was established as a place for relaxation and sports activities, and also for biological and aesthetic preservation.
[1][2] The area of Lanškroun Ponds is an important nesting place for migratory birds.
The common snipe, little bittern, white and black stork, water rail, osprey, great reed warbler and many duck species are among the endangered birds who nest in the area.
The flora is typical for damp areas and includes the yellow iris, white water lilly, western marsh orchid, spring snowflake and other species.