Lago d'Origlio, Origlio

Amphibian spawning site14 haObject number TI215

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Lago d'Origlio (Amphibian spawning site)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Amphibian spawning site Lago d'Origlio.

Location and surroundings

Lago d'Origlio is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Origlio. It covers 14 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number TI215. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Lago d'Origlio?

Lago d'Origlio lies near Origlio. The coordinates are 46.0506, 8.9427.

How large is Lago d'Origlio?

The site covers 14 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 Lago d'Origlio protected?

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

Which town is Lago d'Origlio in?

Lago d'Origlio lies near Origlio. The town page collects every protected site around Origlio.

Which protected sites are near Lago d'Origlio?

The closest are Pastura (2 km), San Martino (3 km) and Bolle di S. Martino (3 km).