Bonin Carpenter Bee

オガサワラクマバチ · Ogasawarakumabachi

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Designated by: National / Natural Monument
Designation type: Species
Designated on: November 12, 1970
Prefectures: Tokyo
Scientific name: Xylocopa ogasawarensis

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About the Ogasawara Carpenter Bee

A large bee found only on the Ogasawara Islands. It tunnels into dead wood to nest and collects nectar and pollen from flowers. Valuable to the island ecosystem, it is protected as a Natural Monument.

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Frequently asked questions

Yes. Bonin Carpenter Bee is a National Natural Monument, designated as: Species. Designated on November 12, 1970.

The Bonin Carpenter Bee is designated as a species without a fixed area and lives in places such as Tokyo.

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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