Mikado Swallowtail

ミカドアゲハ · Mikadoageha

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Designated by: Prefectural / Natural Monument
Designation type: Habitat / breeding site
Designated on: April 20, 1953
Location: 大分県臼杵市
Prefectures: Oita
Scientific name: Graphium doson

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

About the Common Jay

The Common Jay is a swallowtail with pale blue-white bands on black wings. It occurs mainly in warm regions and is found in southwestern Japan. The Common Jay of Kochi City and its habitat is a national Special Natural Monument. Mt. Shizuki in Hagi, Yamaguchi, and the species' habitat on Tsukumi Island in Usuki, Oita, are also designated Natural Monuments.

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Frequently asked questions

Yes. Mikado Swallowtail is a Prefectural Natural Monument, designated as: Habitat / breeding site. Designated on April 20, 1953.

The designated site is in 大分県臼杵市.

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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