Schnäggenmatten, Rottenschwil

Amphibian spawning site6 haObject number AG668

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Schnäggenmatten is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Rottenschwil. It covers 6 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number AG668. 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 Schnäggenmatten?

Schnäggenmatten lies near Rottenschwil. The coordinates are 47.3132, 8.3788.

How large is Schnäggenmatten?

The site covers 6 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 Schnäggenmatten protected?

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

Which town is Schnäggenmatten in?

Schnäggenmatten lies near Aristau. The town page collects every protected site around Aristau.

Which protected sites are near Schnäggenmatten?

The closest are Schnäggematte (0 km), Giriz (0 km) and Giriz Rottenschwil (0 km).