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National Natural Monument
Birds
Okinoshima Streaked Shearwater Breeding Ground
沖島オオミズナギドリ繁殖地 · Okinoshimaoomizunagidorihanshokuchi
- Designated by
- National / Natural Monument
- Designation type
- Habitat / breeding site
- Designated on
- February 10, 1940
- Location
- 島根県隠岐郡隠岐の島町
- Prefectures
- Shimane
- Scientific name
- Calonectris leucomelas
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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Approximate location of the designated site (municipality centre).
Frequently asked questions
The designated site is in 島根県隠岐郡隠岐の島町.
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