Kiesgrube Büelhüsli, Altikon

Amphibian spawning site2 haObject number ZH33

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Kiesgrube Büelhüsli is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Altikon. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number ZH33. 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 Büelhüsli?

Kiesgrube Büelhüsli lies near Altikon. The coordinates are 47.5758, 8.7670.

How large is Kiesgrube Büelhüsli?

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 Kiesgrube Büelhüsli protected?

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

Which town is Kiesgrube Büelhüsli in?

Kiesgrube Büelhüsli lies near Thalheim an der Thur. The town page collects every protected site around Thalheim an der Thur.

Which protected sites are near Kiesgrube Büelhüsli?

The closest are Längerenweiher (1 km), Schäffäuli (2 km) and Gurisee (2 km).