Cava d'argilla, Novazzano

Amphibian spawning site1 haObject number TI484

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Cava d'argilla is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Novazzano in the canton of TI. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number TI484. 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 Cava d'argilla?

Cava d'argilla lies near Novazzano in the canton of TI. The coordinates are 45.8449, 8.9932.

How large is Cava d'argilla?

The site covers 1 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 Cava d'argilla protected?

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

Which town is Cava d'argilla in?

Cava d'argilla lies near Novazzano (TI). The town page collects every protected site around Novazzano.

Which protected sites are near Cava d'argilla?

The closest are Torrazza-Pra Signora (1 km), Pra Coltello (1 km) and Pra Coltello (1 km).