Yokoyama Japanese Dace Habitat

横山のウグイ生息地 · Yokoyamanouguiseisokuchi

Designated by: National / Natural Monument
Designation type: Habitat / breeding site
Designated on: August 27, 1935
Location: 宮城県登米市津山町
Prefectures: Miyagi
Scientific name: Pseudaspius hakonensis

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

About the Japanese Dace

A carp-family fish widespread in Japan's rivers and lakes, which develops red nuptial coloration along the sides in the spawning season. Large spawning gatherings in riffles are a spring sight, and sites such as those in Fukushima are protected.

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Map

Approximate location of the designated site (municipality centre).

Frequently asked questions

Yokoyama Japanese Dace Habitat is a National Natural Monument of Japan (宮城県登米市津山町). A carp-family fish widespread in Japan's rivers and lakes, which…

The designated site is in 宮城県登米市津山町.

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.