Arare Goby (Araregako) Habitat

アラレガコ生息地 · Araregakoseisokuchi

Designated by: National / Natural Monument
Designation type: Habitat / breeding site
Designated on: June 7, 1935
Location: 福井県九頭竜川（大野市〜福井市）
Prefectures: Fukui
Scientific name: Cottus kazika

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

About the Kamakiri (Arare-gako, Fourspine Sculpin)

The Kamakiri, also called Arare-gako or Ayu-kake, is a sculpin relative said by folk tradition to hook sweetfish with the spines on its gill cover. It moves between rivers and the sea. A habitat in Fukui is a Natural Monument, protecting a fish that has declined as river environments have changed.

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Map

Approximate location of the designated site (municipality centre).

Frequently asked questions

Arare Goby (Araregako) Habitat is a National Natural Monument of Japan (福井県九頭竜川（大野市〜福井市）). The Kamakiri, also called Arare-gako or Ayu-kake, is a…

The designated site is in 福井県九頭竜川（大野市〜福井市）.

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.