Kiesgrube Ebertswil, Ebertswil

Amphibian spawning site1 haObject number ZH352

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Kiesgrube Ebertswil is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Ebertswil. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number ZH352. 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 Ebertswil?

Kiesgrube Ebertswil lies near Ebertswil. The coordinates are 47.2265, 8.5546.

How large is Kiesgrube Ebertswil?

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 Ebertswil protected?

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

Which town is Kiesgrube Ebertswil in?

Kiesgrube Ebertswil lies near Hausen am Albis. The town page collects every protected site around Hausen am Albis.

Which protected sites are near Kiesgrube Ebertswil?

The closest are Streuweid (2 km), Wildnispark Zürich Sihlwald (2 km) and Streuweid (2 km).