Bioute, Etang d'Arnex, Arnex-sur-Orbe

Amphibian spawning site22 haObject number VD251

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Bioute, Etang d'Arnex (Amphibian spawning site)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Amphibian spawning site Bioute, Etang d'Arnex.

Location and surroundings

Bioute, Etang d'Arnex is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Arnex-sur-Orbe in the canton of VD. It covers 22 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number VD251. 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 Bioute, Etang d'Arnex?

Bioute, Etang d'Arnex lies near Arnex-sur-Orbe in the canton of VD. The coordinates are 46.6857, 6.5054.

How large is Bioute, Etang d'Arnex?

The site covers 22 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 Bioute, Etang d'Arnex protected?

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

Which town is Bioute, Etang d'Arnex in?

Bioute, Etang d'Arnex lies near Arnex-sur-Orbe (VD). The town page collects every protected site around Arnex-sur-Orbe.

Which protected sites are near Bioute, Etang d'Arnex?

The closest are Les Bordes (1 km), Jugny (1 km) and Aux Combes (1 km).