Oshima Grey Heron and Its Colony

大島のアオサギとその群生地 · Ooshimanoaosagitosonogunseichi

Designated by: Prefectural / Natural Monument
Designation type: Habitat / breeding site
Designated on: August 12, 1975
Location: 徳島県海部郡牟岐町大字牟岐浦
Prefectures: Tokushima
Scientific name: Ardea cinerea

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

About the Grey Heron

The grey heron, one of Japan's largest herons, has bluish-grey plumage and stands motionless at the water's edge to ambush fish and frogs. It nests in colonies high in trees. Oshima in Tokushima holds a large breeding colony, designated a Natural Monument as the grey heron and its colony site.

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Map

Approximate location of the designated site (municipality centre).

Frequently asked questions

Oshima Grey Heron and Its Colony is a Prefectural Natural Monument of Japan (徳島県海部郡牟岐町大字牟岐浦). The grey heron, one of Japan's largest herons, has…

The designated site is in 徳島県海部郡牟岐町大字牟岐浦.

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.