Weed Lake facts for kids

Weed Lake is a special wetland area near Langdon, Alberta, Canada. It's a fantastic home for lots of different wildlife, including many kinds of birds and fish. Imagine a giant natural water park for animals – that's Weed Lake!

Weed Lake is about 20 km (12 mi) east of Calgary, right next to Langdon. It's a huge wetland, covering about 600 ha (1,500 acres). This area is super important for waterfowl, which are birds that live near water, like ducks and geese.

Back in 1971, the original lake was drained so the land could be used for farming. But good news! Since 2006, people have worked hard to bring the lake back to life. Now, it's a healthy, working wetland ecosystem again. Groups like Ducks Unlimited and the Calgary Field Naturalists' Society helped buy the land and restore this amazing place.

Who Lives at Weed Lake?

In 2015, students from Sarah Thompson School, with help from local wildlife experts, found many different types of animals and plants at Weed Lake. It's like a big outdoor classroom!

Amphibians You Might See

• Boreal chorus frog

Birds That Visit Weed Lake

It's been reported that over 170 different kinds of birds have been seen at Weed Lake. It's a birdwatcher's paradise!

Weed Lake in March 2015

Geese eggs found at Weed Lake in March 2015

Mammals Living Here

Insects Buzzing Around

Ladybug at Weed Lake in March 2015

Plants Growing at Weed Lake