Lake Yutorinuma Tetsugyo Habitat

魚取沼テツギョ生息地 · Yutorinumatetsugyoseisokuchi

Designated by: National / Natural Monument
Designation type: Habitat / breeding site
Designated on: April 13, 1933
Location: 宮城県加美郡加美町
Prefectures: Miyagi
Scientific name: Carassius auratus

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

About the Tetsugyo (iron fish)

The tetsugyo ("iron fish") is an unusual form of crucian carp, named for its dark, iron-like color and notable for its long, flowing fins. Its origin is still debated. The habitat at Yutorinuma Pond in Kami, Miyagi, is a national Natural Monument, while habitats at Wakahata Pond in Obanazawa, Yamagata, and at Honenji Temple in Owase, Mie, are prefectural Natural Monuments.

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Map

Approximate location of the designated site (municipality centre).

Frequently asked questions

Lake Yutorinuma Tetsugyo Habitat is a National Natural Monument of Japan (宮城県加美郡加美町). The tetsugyo ("iron fish") is an unusual form of crucian carp,…

The designated site is in 宮城県加美郡加美町.

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.