Japanese Cormorant Visiting Ground

ウミウ渡来地 · Umiutoraichi

Designated by: Prefectural / Natural Monument
Designation type: Habitat / breeding site
Designated on: May 25, 1956
Location: 茨城県日立市
Prefectures: Ibaraki
Scientific name: Phalacrocorax capillatus

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

About the Japanese Cormorant

A large seabird with glossy black plumage that nests on rocky coasts and islands and dives for fish. It has also been used in traditional cormorant fishing. Many of its breeding and visiting sites around Japan are Natural Monuments.

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Map

Approximate location of the designated site (municipality centre).

Frequently asked questions

Japanese Cormorant Visiting Ground is a Prefectural Natural Monument of Japan (茨城県日立市). A large seabird with glossy black plumage that nests on…

The designated site is in 茨城県日立市.

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.