Eselschwanz, St. Margrethen SG

Amphibian spawning site34 haObject number SG110

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Eselschwanz is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near St. Margrethen SG in the canton of SG. It covers 34 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number SG110. 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 Eselschwanz?

Eselschwanz lies near St. Margrethen SG in the canton of SG. The coordinates are 47.4630, 9.6112.

How large is Eselschwanz?

The site covers 34 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 Eselschwanz protected?

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

Which town is Eselschwanz in?

Eselschwanz lies near St. Margrethen (SG). The town page collects every protected site around St. Margrethen.

Which protected sites are near Eselschwanz?

The closest are Allmendsberg (2 km), Hub (3 km) and Weiher Langmoos (3 km).