Pfyn Ost, Rosensee, Susten

Amphibian spawning site51 haObject number VS28

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Pfyn Ost, Rosensee is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Susten in the canton of VS. It covers 51 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number VS28. 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 Pfyn Ost, Rosensee?

Pfyn Ost, Rosensee lies near Susten in the canton of VS. The coordinates are 46.2996, 7.5837.

How large is Pfyn Ost, Rosensee?

The site covers 51 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 Pfyn Ost, Rosensee protected?

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

Which town is Pfyn Ost, Rosensee in?

Pfyn Ost, Rosensee lies near Salgesch (VS). The town page collects every protected site around Salgesch.

Which protected sites are near Pfyn Ost, Rosensee?

The closest are Milljere (0 km), Pfynwald (1 km) and Tschanderünu (1 km).