Lago di Masnee, Maggia

Amphibian spawning site1 haObject number TI285

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Lago di Masnee is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Maggia. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number TI285. 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 di Masnee?

Lago di Masnee lies near Maggia. The coordinates are 46.2785, 8.7535.

How large is Lago di Masnee?

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 Masnee protected?

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

Which town is Lago di Masnee in?

Lago di Masnee lies near Avegno Gordevio. The town page collects every protected site around Avegno Gordevio.

Which protected sites are near Lago di Masnee?

The closest are Laghetto Pianca (0 km), Brione (3 km) and Val Verzasca (5 km).