Peney, Satigny

Amphibian spawning site25 haObject number GE36

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Peney is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Satigny in the canton of GE. It covers 25 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number GE36. 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 Peney?

Peney lies near Satigny in the canton of GE. The coordinates are 46.1973, 6.0579.

How large is Peney?

The site covers 25 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 Peney protected?

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

Which town is Peney in?

Peney lies near Satigny (GE). The town page collects every protected site around Satigny.

Which protected sites are near Peney?

The closest are Sous la Côte (1 km), Chânières (2 km) and Bois des Mouilles (2 km).