Yanaizu Japanese Dace Habitat

柳津ウグイ生息地 · Yanaizuuguiseisokuchi

Designated by: National / Natural Monument
Designation type: Habitat / breeding site
Designated on: July 12, 1940
Location: 福島県河沼郡柳津町
Prefectures: Fukushima
Scientific name: Pseudaspius hakonensis

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

About the Japanese Dace

A carp-family fish widespread in Japan's rivers and lakes, which develops red nuptial coloration along the sides in the spawning season. Large spawning gatherings in riffles are a spring sight, and sites such as those in Fukushima are protected.

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Yes. Yanaizu Japanese Dace Habitat is a National Natural Monument, designated as: Habitat / breeding site. Designated on July 12, 1940.

The designated site is in 福島県河沼郡柳津町.

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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