Kiyosumi Forest Green Tree Frog

清澄のモリアオガエル · Kiyosuminomoriaogaeru

Designated by: Prefectural / Natural Monument
Designation type: Habitat / breeding site
Designated on: April 27, 1965
Location: 千葉県鴨川市
Prefectures: Chiba
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

Kiyosumi Forest Green Tree Frog is a Prefectural Natural Monument of Japan (千葉県鴨川市). A green tree frog endemic to Japan. In early summer it lays…

The designated site is in 千葉県鴨川市.

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.