Erlenhofweiher, Andelfingen

Amphibian spawning site1 haObject number ZH38

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Erlenhofweiher is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Andelfingen. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number ZH38. 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 Erlenhofweiher?

Erlenhofweiher lies near Andelfingen. The coordinates are 47.5909, 8.6604.

How large is Erlenhofweiher?

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 Erlenhofweiher protected?

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

Which town is Erlenhofweiher in?

Erlenhofweiher lies near Andelfingen. The town page collects every protected site around Andelfingen.

Which protected sites are near Erlenhofweiher?

The closest are Ebnet (1 km), Chrader (2 km) and Thur-Andelfingen (2 km).