Bois Pourri, Buchillon

Amphibian spawning site5 haObject number VD171

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Bois Pourri is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Buchillon. It covers 5 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number VD171. 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 Bois Pourri?

Bois Pourri lies near Buchillon. The coordinates are 46.4608, 6.3949.

How large is Bois Pourri?

The site covers 5 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 Bois Pourri protected?

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

Which town is Bois Pourri in?

Bois Pourri lies near Allaman. The town page collects every protected site around Allaman.

Which protected sites are near Bois Pourri?

The closest are Embouchure de l'Aubonne (0 km), Chanivaz – Delta de l’Aubonne (1 km) and Aubonne-Allaman, Le Coulet (2 km).