Nishio Mikawa Door Snail Habitat

西尾のミカワギセル生息地 · Nishionomikawagiseruseisokuchi

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Designated by: Prefectural / Natural Monument
Designation type: Habitat / breeding site
Designated on: October 9, 1974
Location: 愛知県西尾市
Prefectures: Aichi
Scientific name: Stereophaedusa hickonis mikawa

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

About the Mikawa Clausiliid Snail (Mikawa-giseru)

The Mikawa-giseru is a terrestrial clausiliid snail with a slender shell. It occurs locally in Aichi, Mie and Shizuoka prefectures, including Nishio in Aichi. The habitat designated as a prefectural Natural Monument in Nishio is a wooded site around a residence.

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Frequently asked questions

Yes. Nishio Mikawa Door Snail Habitat is a Prefectural Natural Monument, designated as: Habitat / breeding site. Designated on October 9, 1974.

The designated site is in 愛知県西尾市.

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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