Shiranuta Pond and Its Surrounding Biota

シラヌタの池とその周辺の生物相 · Shiranutanoiketosonoshuuhennoseibutsusou

Designated by: Prefectural / Natural Monument
Designation type: Habitat / breeding site
Designated on: August 3, 1971
Location: 静岡県賀茂郡東伊豆町
Prefectures: Shizuoka
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

Shiranuta Pond and Its Surrounding Biota is a Prefectural Natural Monument of Japan (静岡県賀茂郡東伊豆町). A green tree frog endemic to Japan. In early…

The designated site is in 静岡県賀茂郡東伊豆町.

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.