Japanese Crayfish Habitat

ザリガニ生息地 · Zariganiseisokuchi

Designated by: National / Natural Monument
Designation type: Habitat / breeding site
Designated on: January 22, 1934
Location: 秋田県大館市字桜町南・大字池内・道下
Prefectures: Akita
Scientific name: Cambaroides japonicus

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

About the Japanese Crayfish

The Japanese crayfish is Japan's native crayfish, about five centimeters long, living in cold, clear streams and springs in Hokkaido and northern Tohoku. Nocturnal, it eats fallen leaves and small animals. Unlike the introduced red swamp crayfish it depends on cool water, and habitats such as those in Akita are designated Natural Monuments.

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Map

Approximate location of the designated site (municipality centre).

Frequently asked questions

Japanese Crayfish Habitat is a National Natural Monument of Japan (秋田県大館市字桜町南・大字池内・道下). The Japanese crayfish is Japan's native crayfish, about five…

The designated site is in 秋田県大館市字桜町南・大字池内・道下.

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.