Hoshinokanjima Streaked Shearwater Breeding Ground

星神島オオミズナギドリ繁殖地 · Hoshinokanjimaoomizunagidorihanshokuchi

Designated by: National / Natural Monument
Designation type: Habitat / breeding site
Designated on: May 30, 1938
Location: 島根県隠岐郡西ノ島町
Prefectures: Shimane
Scientific name: Calonectris leucomelas

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

About the Streaked Shearwater

The streaked shearwater is a long-winged seabird that spends most of its life at sea, coming ashore on islands only to nest in burrows. It returns to its colony at night, making distinctive calls. Breeding colonies on islands from Hokkaido to Okinawa, including Iwate, Niigata, Kyoto, Shimane and Okinawa sites, are mostly designated Natural Monuments.

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Map

Approximate location of the designated site (municipality centre).

Frequently asked questions

Hoshinokanjima Streaked Shearwater Breeding Ground is a National Natural Monument of Japan (島根県隠岐郡西ノ島町). The streaked shearwater is a long-winged…

The designated site is in 島根県隠岐郡西ノ島町.

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.