Neko Gigi Catfish

ネコギギ · Nekogigi

Designated by: National / Natural Monument
Designation type: Species
Designated on: July 2, 1977
Prefectures: Gifu Aichi Mie
Scientific name: Tachysurus ichikawai

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

About the Neko-gigi (Ichikawa's Catfish)

A small catfish found only in rivers around Ise Bay, endemic to Japan. Nocturnal, it hides in rock crevices by day. River development has reduced its numbers, and its habitats in Mie, Aichi and Gifu are protected.

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Designated as a species without a fixed area. Markers show related prefectures.

Frequently asked questions

Neko Gigi Catfish is a National Natural Monument of Japan (Gifu, Aichi, Mie). A small catfish found only in rivers around Ise Bay, endemic to Japan.…

The Neko Gigi Catfish is designated as a species without a fixed area and lives in places such as Gifu, Aichi, Mie.

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.