Elliker Auen, Ellikon am Rhein

Amphibian spawning site8 haObject number ZH548

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Elliker Auen is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Ellikon am Rhein. It covers 8 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number ZH548. 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 Elliker Auen?

Elliker Auen lies near Ellikon am Rhein. The coordinates are 47.5992, 8.6013.

How large is Elliker Auen?

The site covers 8 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 Elliker Auen protected?

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

Which town is Elliker Auen in?

Elliker Auen lies near Flaach. The town page collects every protected site around Flaach.

Which protected sites are near Elliker Auen?

The closest are Altwässer Thurspitz (1 km), Eggrank - Thurspitz (1 km) and Buchenhof (1 km).