Ikenotani Forest Green Tree Frog Breeding Pond

池ノ谷のモリアオガエル繁殖池 · Ikenotaninomoriaogaeruhanshokuike

Designated by: Prefectural / Natural Monument
Designation type: Habitat / breeding site
Designated on: March 17, 2003
Location: 三重県多気郡大台町
Prefectures: Mie
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

Ikenotani Forest Green Tree Frog Breeding Pond is a Prefectural Natural Monument of Japan (三重県多気郡大台町). A green tree frog endemic to Japan. In early…

The designated site is in 三重県多気郡大台町.

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.