Kiesgrube Schuppis, Goldach

Amphibian spawning site2 haObject number SG33

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Kiesgrube Schuppis is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Goldach in the canton of SG. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number SG33. 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 Schuppis?

Kiesgrube Schuppis lies near Goldach in the canton of SG. The coordinates are 47.4820, 9.4664.

How large is Kiesgrube Schuppis?

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 Schuppis protected?

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

Which town is Kiesgrube Schuppis in?

Kiesgrube Schuppis lies near Goldach (SG). The town page collects every protected site around Goldach.

Which protected sites are near Kiesgrube Schuppis?

The closest are Mühlebach-Horn, Farbmühle (1 km), Goldach-Goldach, Bleiche (1 km) and Schlossweiher (2 km).