Weiher Stigenhof, Oberembrach

Amphibian spawning site1 haObject number ZH1205

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Weiher Stigenhof is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Oberembrach in the canton of ZH. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number ZH1205. 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 Weiher Stigenhof?

Weiher Stigenhof lies near Oberembrach in the canton of ZH. The coordinates are 47.4940, 8.6534.

How large is Weiher Stigenhof?

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 Weiher Stigenhof protected?

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

Which town is Weiher Stigenhof in?

Weiher Stigenhof lies near Oberembrach (ZH). The town page collects every protected site around Oberembrach.

Which protected sites are near Weiher Stigenhof?

The closest are Berenberg (1 km), Weiertal (2 km) and Berghof (2 km).