Kiesgrube Buchbrunnen, Flaach

Amphibian spawning site1 haObject number ZH289

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Kiesgrube Buchbrunnen is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Flaach. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number ZH289. 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 Kiesgrube Buchbrunnen?

Kiesgrube Buchbrunnen lies near Flaach. The coordinates are 47.5822, 8.6015.

How large is Kiesgrube Buchbrunnen?

The site covers 1 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 Kiesgrube Buchbrunnen protected?

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

Which town is Kiesgrube Buchbrunnen in?

Kiesgrube Buchbrunnen lies near Flaach. The town page collects every protected site around Flaach.

Which protected sites are near Kiesgrube Buchbrunnen?

The closest are Kiesgruben Ebnet (1 km), Kiesgrube Ebnet (1 km) and Altwässer Thurspitz (1 km).