Kiesgrube Hasel, Hittnau

Amphibian spawning site1 haObject number ZH403

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Kiesgrube Hasel is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Hittnau in the canton of ZH. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number ZH403. 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 Hasel?

Kiesgrube Hasel lies near Hittnau in the canton of ZH. The coordinates are 47.3742, 8.8371.

How large is Kiesgrube Hasel?

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 Hasel protected?

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

Which town is Kiesgrube Hasel in?

Kiesgrube Hasel lies near Hittnau (ZH). The town page collects every protected site around Hittnau.

Which protected sites are near Kiesgrube Hasel?

The closest are Kiesgrube Hasel (0 km), Neuwis (1 km) and Weiher bei Hermatswil (2 km).