Okihebijima Black-tailed Gull Breeding Ground

沖蛇島のウミネコ繁殖地 · Okihebijimanouminekohanshokuchi

Designated by: Prefectural / Natural Monument
Designation type: Habitat / breeding site
Designated on: May 4, 1977
Location: 島根県大田市
Prefectures: Shimane
Scientific name: Larus crassirostris

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

About the Black-tailed Gull

The Black-tailed Gull is a gull with a black band on its tail and a cat-like call that gave it its Japanese name. It breeds in large colonies on Japan's coasts and islands. Breeding sites such as Kabushima in Hachinohe and Teuri Island in Hokkaido are designated Natural Monuments and have long been cherished locally.

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Map

Approximate location of the designated site (municipality centre).

Frequently asked questions

Okihebijima Black-tailed Gull Breeding Ground is a Prefectural Natural Monument of Japan (島根県大田市). The Black-tailed Gull is a gull with a black band…

The designated site is in 島根県大田市.

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.