Biotop Süessplätz, Ebmatingen

Amphibian spawning site2 haObject number ZH560

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Biotop Süessplätz is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Ebmatingen. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number ZH560. 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 Biotop Süessplätz?

Biotop Süessplätz lies near Ebmatingen. The coordinates are 47.3470, 8.6356.

How large is Biotop Süessplätz?

The site covers 2 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 Biotop Süessplätz protected?

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

Which town is Biotop Süessplätz in?

Biotop Süessplätz lies near Zumikon. The town page collects every protected site around Zumikon.

Which protected sites are near Biotop Süessplätz?

The closest are Jörentobel (2 km), Rebrain (3 km) and Greifensee (ZH) (3 km).