Forenmoos, Adligenswil

Amphibian spawning site2 haObject number LU523

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Forenmoos is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Adligenswil in the canton of LU. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number LU523. 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 Forenmoos?

Forenmoos lies near Adligenswil in the canton of LU. The coordinates are 47.0643, 8.3750.

How large is Forenmoos?

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 Forenmoos protected?

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

Which town is Forenmoos in?

Forenmoos lies near Adligenswil (LU). The town page collects every protected site around Adligenswil.

Which protected sites are near Forenmoos?

The closest are Forenmoos/Langenried (0 km), Schwerziried (1 km) and Wagenmoos (2 km).