Kimadara Ruri Hairstreak and Its Habitat

キマダラルリツバメとその生息地 · Kimadararuritsubametosonoseisokuchi

Designated by: Prefectural / Natural Monument
Designation type: Habitat / breeding site
Designated on: November 18, 1977
Location: 神奈川県相模原市
Prefectures: Kanagawa
Scientific name: Spindasis takanonis

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

About the Takanonis's Metalmark Blue (Kimadara-ruritsubame)

A small butterfly with dark blue wings marked with yellow spots, whose larvae develop in association with ants. It lives only in limited areas. Its habitat in Tottori City, Tottori, is a national Natural Monument, and its habitat in Sagamihara, Kanagawa, and the species in Yamanashi are prefectural Natural Monuments.

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Map

Approximate location of the designated site (municipality centre).

Frequently asked questions

Kimadara Ruri Hairstreak and Its Habitat is a Prefectural Natural Monument of Japan (神奈川県相模原市). A small butterfly with dark blue wings marked with…

The designated site is in 神奈川県相模原市.

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.