Lago di Lugano a Cantonetto, Caslano

Amphibian spawning site1 haObject number TI201

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Lago di Lugano a Cantonetto (Amphibian spawning site)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Amphibian spawning site Lago di Lugano a Cantonetto.

Location and surroundings

Lago di Lugano a Cantonetto is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Caslano in the canton of TI. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number TI201. 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 Lago di Lugano a Cantonetto?

Lago di Lugano a Cantonetto lies near Caslano in the canton of TI. The coordinates are 45.9673, 8.8732.

How large is Lago di Lugano a Cantonetto?

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 Lago di Lugano a Cantonetto protected?

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

Which town is Lago di Lugano a Cantonetto in?

Lago di Lugano a Cantonetto lies near Caslano (TI). The town page collects every protected site around Caslano.

Which protected sites are near Lago di Lugano a Cantonetto?

The closest are Monte Caslano (1 km), Monte Caslano (1 km) and Caslano (2 km).