Torrazza-Pra Signora, Novazzano

Amphibian spawning site1 haObject number TI378

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Torrazza-Pra Signora is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Novazzano in the canton of TI. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number TI378. 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 Torrazza-Pra Signora?

Torrazza-Pra Signora lies near Novazzano in the canton of TI. The coordinates are 45.8406, 8.9930.

How large is Torrazza-Pra Signora?

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 Torrazza-Pra Signora protected?

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

Which town is Torrazza-Pra Signora in?

Torrazza-Pra Signora lies near Novazzano (TI). The town page collects every protected site around Novazzano.

Which protected sites are near Torrazza-Pra Signora?

The closest are Pra Coltello (0 km), Cava d'argilla (1 km) and Pra Coltello (1 km).