Teppes de Verbois, Russin

Amphibian spawning site32 haObject number GE33

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Teppes de Verbois is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Russin in the canton of GE. It covers 32 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number GE33. 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 Teppes de Verbois?

Teppes de Verbois lies near Russin in the canton of GE. The coordinates are 46.1832, 6.0149.

How large is Teppes de Verbois?

The site covers 32 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 Teppes de Verbois protected?

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

Which town is Teppes de Verbois in?

Teppes de Verbois lies near Russin (GE). The town page collects every protected site around Russin.

Which protected sites are near Teppes de Verbois?

The closest are Les Melottes (0 km), Moulin de Vert (0 km) and La Forge (1 km).