Kiesgrube Egghau, Birmensdorf ZH

Amphibian spawning site1 haObject number ZH101

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Kiesgrube Egghau is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Birmensdorf ZH in the canton of ZH. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number ZH101. 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 Egghau?

Kiesgrube Egghau lies near Birmensdorf ZH in the canton of ZH. The coordinates are 47.3617, 8.4286.

How large is Kiesgrube Egghau?

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 Egghau protected?

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

Which town is Kiesgrube Egghau in?

Kiesgrube Egghau lies near Birmensdorf (ZH). The town page collects every protected site around Birmensdorf.

Which protected sites are near Kiesgrube Egghau?

The closest are Rüti (2 km), Güetli (3 km) and Hueb (3 km).