Kiesgrube Kindhausen (Blutzwies), Volketswil

Amphibian spawning site10 haObject number ZH899

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Kiesgrube Kindhausen (Blutzwies) is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Volketswil in the canton of ZH. It covers 10 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number ZH899. 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 Kindhausen (Blutzwies)?

Kiesgrube Kindhausen (Blutzwies) lies near Volketswil in the canton of ZH. The coordinates are 47.4033, 8.6854.

How large is Kiesgrube Kindhausen (Blutzwies)?

The site covers 10 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 Kindhausen (Blutzwies) protected?

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

Which town is Kiesgrube Kindhausen (Blutzwies) in?

Kiesgrube Kindhausen (Blutzwies) lies near Volketswil (ZH). The town page collects every protected site around Volketswil.

Which protected sites are near Kiesgrube Kindhausen (Blutzwies)?

The closest are Fröschen (0 km), Örmis (2 km) and Örmis (2 km).