Stagno Roggio, Meride

Amphibian spawning site1 haObject number TI241

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Stagno Roggio is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Meride in the canton of TI. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number TI241. 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 Stagno Roggio?

Stagno Roggio lies near Meride in the canton of TI. The coordinates are 45.8889, 8.9480.

How large is Stagno Roggio?

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 Stagno Roggio protected?

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

Which town is Stagno Roggio in?

Stagno Roggio lies near Mendrisio (TI). The town page collects every protected site around Mendrisio.

Which protected sites are near Stagno Roggio?

The closest are Stagno Guana (0 km), Poncione d'Arzo (1 km) and Fontana (1 km).