Waldried Homberg, Kloten

Amphibian spawning site3 haObject number ZH496

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Waldried Homberg is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Kloten in the canton of ZH. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number ZH496. 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 Waldried Homberg?

Waldried Homberg lies near Kloten in the canton of ZH. The coordinates are 47.4693, 8.5720.

How large is Waldried Homberg?

The site covers 3 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 Waldried Homberg protected?

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

Which town is Waldried Homberg in?

Waldried Homberg lies near Kloten (ZH). The town page collects every protected site around Kloten.

Which protected sites are near Waldried Homberg?

The closest are Goldenes Tor/Rüti Allmend (1 km), Klotener Riet (2 km) and Bachenbülacher Allmend/Waffenplatz (2 km).