Canton del Marcio, Riazzino

Amphibian spawning site2 haObject number TI387

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Canton del Marcio is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Riazzino in the canton of TI. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number TI387. 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 Canton del Marcio?

Canton del Marcio lies near Riazzino in the canton of TI. The coordinates are 46.1606, 8.8904.

How large is Canton del Marcio?

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 Canton del Marcio protected?

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

Which town is Canton del Marcio in?

Canton del Marcio lies near Locarno (TI). The town page collects every protected site around Locarno.

Which protected sites are near Canton del Marcio?

The closest are Bolle di Magadino (TI) (1 km), Lanche al Pizzante (1 km) and Stagno Cugnoli Curti (1 km).