Hoshinokanjima Streaked Shearwater Breeding Ground

星神島オオミズナギドリ繁殖地 · Hoshinokanjimaoomizunagidorihanshokuchi

Designated by: National / Natural Monument
Designation type: Habitat / breeding site
Designated on: May 30, 1938
Location: 島根県隠岐郡西ノ島町
Prefectures: Shimane
Scientific name: Calonectris leucomelas

Designation facts (name, date, location) are compiled from public records by Japanese authorities.

About the Streaked Shearwater

The streaked shearwater is a long-winged seabird that spends most of its life at sea, coming ashore on islands during the breeding season to nest in burrows. It returns to its colony at night, making distinctive calls. It breeds on islands from Hokkaido to Okinawa, and some important breeding sites, including sites in Iwate, Niigata, Kyoto, Shimane and Okinawa, are designated Natural Monuments.

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Approximate location of the designated site (municipality centre).

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Frequently asked questions

Yes. Hoshinokanjima Streaked Shearwater Breeding Ground is a National Natural Monument, designated as: Habitat / breeding site. Designated on May 30, 1938.

The designated site is in 島根県隠岐郡西ノ島町.

When observing, follow local rules, keep your distance and never feed the animals. Capturing or harming Natural Monuments is prohibited under Japan's Act on Protection of Cultural Properties.

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