Nushima Japanese Cormorant Visiting Ground

沼島のウミウ渡来地 · Nushimanoumiutoraichi

Designated by: Prefectural / Natural Monument
Designation type: Habitat / breeding site
Designated on: April 1, 1971
Location: 兵庫県南あわじ市沼島
Prefectures: Hyogo
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

Nushima Japanese Cormorant Visiting Ground is a Prefectural Natural Monument of Japan (兵庫県南あわじ市沼島). A large seabird with glossy black plumage that…

The designated site is in 兵庫県南あわじ市沼島.

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.