Kirishima Green Hairstreak

きりしまみどりしじみ · Kirishimamidorishijimi

Designated by: Prefectural / Natural Monument
Designation type: Habitat / breeding site
Designated on: May 7, 1953
Location: 三重県三重郡菰野町
Prefectures: Mie
Scientific name: Chrysozephyrus ataxus

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

About the Kirishima Green Hairstreak

The Kirishima green hairstreak is a small butterfly whose males have metallic yellow-green upper wings. Females have mainly brown upper wings, sometimes with blue patches. Caterpillars eat young leaves of evergreen oaks, and adults are active in treetops in summer. The population in Komono, Mie Prefecture, is designated a prefectural Natural Monument.

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Approximate location of the designated site (municipality centre).

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Frequently asked questions

Yes. Kirishima Green Hairstreak is a Prefectural Natural Monument, designated as: Habitat / breeding site. Designated on May 7, 1953.

The designated site is in 三重県三重郡菰野町.

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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