Japanese Giant Salamander Habitat (Gujo, Wara and Hachiman)

オオサンショウウオ生息地 · Oosanshouuoseisokuchi

Designated by: National / Natural Monument
Designation type: Habitat / breeding site
Designated on: April 8, 1927
Location: 岐阜県郡上市和良町・八幡町
Prefectures: Gifu
Scientific name: Andrias japonicus

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

About the Japanese Giant Salamander

The Japanese Giant Salamander is one of the world's largest amphibians and can grow to more than a meter in length. It is nocturnal and hides in rock crevices of clean rivers, feeding on fish, freshwater crabs and other prey. Endemic to Japan, the species is a Special Natural Monument, and habitats in Gifu, Okayama, Oita and elsewhere are also designated Natural Monuments.

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Approximate location of the designated site (municipality centre).

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Frequently asked questions

Yes. Japanese Giant Salamander Habitat (Gujo, Wara and Hachiman) is a National Natural Monument, designated as: Habitat / breeding site. Designated on April 8, 1927.

The designated site is in 岐阜県郡上市和良町・八幡町.

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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