Choshikei Japanese Macaque Troop

銚子渓の日本サル群 · Choushikeinonihonzarugun

Designated by: Prefectural / Natural Monument
Designation type: Habitat / breeding site
Designated on: April 20, 1957
Location: 香川県小豆郡土庄町肥土山
Prefectures: Kagawa
Scientific name: Macaca fuscata

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

About the Japanese Macaque

The Japanese Macaque lives in Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu and is known as the northernmost-living monkey in the world. It lives in troops and survives harsh winters in snowy regions. The Shimokita Peninsula is known as the northern limit of the species, and habitats such as Minoh and Takasakiyama are designated Natural Monuments.

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Map

Approximate location of the designated site (municipality centre).

Frequently asked questions

Choshikei Japanese Macaque Troop is a Prefectural Natural Monument of Japan (香川県小豆郡土庄町肥土山). The Japanese Macaque lives in Honshu, Shikoku, and…

The designated site is in 香川県小豆郡土庄町肥土山.

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.