Dos le Cras, Lajoux JU

Amphibian spawning site4 haObject number JU5001

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Dos le Cras is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Lajoux JU. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number JU5001. 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 Dos le Cras?

Dos le Cras lies near Lajoux JU. The coordinates are 47.2870, 7.1343.

How large is Dos le Cras?

The site covers 4 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 Dos le Cras protected?

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

Which town is Dos le Cras in?

Dos le Cras lies near Montfaucon. The town page collects every protected site around Montfaucon.

Which protected sites are near Dos le Cras?

The closest are Dos le Cras (0 km), La Couaye (2 km) and La Couaye (2 km).