Halbmond, Aristau

Amphibian spawning site18 haObject number AG19

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Halbmond is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Aristau. It covers 18 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number AG19. 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 Halbmond?

Halbmond lies near Aristau. The coordinates are 47.3012, 8.3685.

How large is Halbmond?

The site covers 18 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 Halbmond protected?

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

Which town is Halbmond in?

Halbmond lies near Aristau. The town page collects every protected site around Aristau.

Which protected sites are near Halbmond?

The closest are Ober- und Untersee (0 km), Heftihof (1 km) and Aristauer Schachen (1 km).