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National Natural Monument
Mammals
Mukojima Raccoon Dog Habitat
向島タヌキ生息地 · Mukoujimatanukiseisokuchi
- Designated by
- National / Natural Monument
- Designation type
- Habitat / breeding site
- Designated on
- February 24, 1926
- Location
- 山口県防府市向島
- Prefectures
- Yamaguchi
- Scientific name
- Nyctereutes viverrinus
About the Japanese Raccoon Dog
The Japanese Raccoon Dog is an omnivorous canid with dark markings around the eyes, and appears often in folktales, making it familiar to Japanese people. It is widespread across Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu. On Mukoujima in Yamaguchi, the habitat of raccoon dogs living on the island is designated a Natural Monument.
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Approximate location of the designated site (municipality centre).
Frequently asked questions
The designated site is in 山口県防府市向島.
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