Auried, Amphibian nature reserve in Kleinbösingen, Switzerland
Description
Auried is an amphibian nature reserve in Kleinbösingen made up of meadows and specially constructed water systems for breeding. Eight different amphibian species, including the Great Crested Newt and European Tree Frog, reproduce in these carefully maintained waters.
History
The area became a nature reserve in 1981 and received national recognition as a spawning site of federal importance in 2001. These protections were established to preserve habitats for these vulnerable amphibian species.
Culture
Pro Natura manages this protected zone using traditional farming practices, including grazing with highland cattle to maintain ecological balance. This approach shows how land stewardship and nature conservation work together in a working landscape.
Practical
Visitors can walk through the reserve along paths crossing the meadows and circling the water systems. It is best to visit during warmer months when amphibians are more active and pathways are most accessible.
Did you know?
The reserve hosts an impressive range of bird and dragonfly species alongside its amphibians. This abundance of insects and birds demonstrates how the protected area becomes a hub for multiple wildlife communities.
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