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Prefectural Natural Monument

Mammals

Oga Bat Habitat (Komori Cave and Kujaku Cave)

男鹿のコウモリ生息地（蝙蝠窟・孔雀窟） · Oganokoumoriseisokuchikoumorikutsu Kujakukutsu

Designated by: Prefectural / Natural Monument
Designation type: Habitat / breeding site
Designated on: March 19, 1991
Location: 秋田県男鹿市
Prefectures: Akita

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

About the Bats

Bats are the only mammals capable of true flight. They use caves as daytime roosts and for hibernation and raising young, then emerge at night to feed on insects. Caves such as Ryugado in Kochi and sites in Oga, Akita, are protected as colony roosts.

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Map

Approximate location of the designated site (municipality centre).

Frequently asked questions

Oga Bat Habitat (Komori Cave and Kujaku Cave) is a Prefectural Natural Monument of Japan (秋田県男鹿市). Bats are the only mammals capable of true flight.…

The designated site is in 秋田県男鹿市.

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.