Tsurumagaike Pond Forest Green Tree Frog Breeding Ground

鶴間ヶ池のモリアオガエル繁殖地 · Tsurumagaikenomoriaogaeruhanshokuchi

Designated by: Prefectural / Natural Monument
Designation type: Habitat / breeding site
Designated on: January 12, 1962
Location: 山形県酒田市
Prefectures: Yamagata
Scientific name: Zhangixalus arboreus

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

About the Forest Green Tree Frog

A green tree frog endemic to Japan. In early summer it lays white foamy egg masses on branches above ponds, and the tadpoles drop into the water on hatching. Breeding ponds and surrounding woods across Japan are Natural Monuments.

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Map

Approximate location of the designated site (municipality centre).

Frequently asked questions

Tsurumagaike Pond Forest Green Tree Frog Breeding Ground is a Prefectural Natural Monument of Japan (山形県酒田市). A green tree frog endemic to Japan. In…

The designated site is in 山形県酒田市.

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.