Birri-Weiher, Merenschwand

Amphibian spawning site5 haObject number AG453

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Birri-Weiher is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Merenschwand. It covers 5 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number AG453. 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 Birri-Weiher?

Birri-Weiher lies near Merenschwand. The coordinates are 47.2780, 8.3776.

How large is Birri-Weiher?

The site covers 5 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 Birri-Weiher protected?

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

Which town is Birri-Weiher in?

Birri-Weiher lies near Aristau. The town page collects every protected site around Aristau.

Which protected sites are near Birri-Weiher?

The closest are Birriweiher-Vordererlen (0 km), Siebeneichen (1 km) and Sibeneichen (1 km).