Moosanger, Widnau

Amphibian spawning site3 haObject number SG94

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Moosanger is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Widnau in the canton of SG. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number SG94. 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 Moosanger?

Moosanger lies near Widnau in the canton of SG. The coordinates are 47.3943, 9.6284.

How large is Moosanger?

The site covers 3 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 Moosanger protected?

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

Which town is Moosanger in?

Moosanger lies near Widnau (SG). The town page collects every protected site around Widnau.

Which protected sites are near Moosanger?

The closest are Moosanger (0 km), Höchstern (1 km) and Höchstern (1 km).