Biaufond, La Ferrière

Amphibian spawning site3 haObject number BE1139

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Biaufond (Amphibian spawning site)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Amphibian spawning site Biaufond.

Location and surroundings

Biaufond is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near La Ferrière. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number BE1139. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.

Other parts of this object

In the federal inventory this object is split into several parts. Each one has its own page and its own map.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Biaufond?

Biaufond lies near La Ferrière. The coordinates are 47.1658, 6.8627.

How large is Biaufond?

The site covers 3 ha according to the federal inventory.

Amphibian spawning site: what is it?

Amphibian spawning sites are waters where frogs, toads and newts breed. Many species are threatened in Switzerland.

Is Biaufond protected?

Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.

Which town is Biaufond in?

Biaufond lies near La Chaux-de-Fonds. The town page collects every protected site around La Chaux-de-Fonds.

Which protected sites are near Biaufond?

The closest are Le Pélard (2 km), Parc du Doubs (2 km) and Le Refrain-La Bouège (4 km).