Sakishima Freshwater Shrimp

サキシマヌマエビ · Sakishimanumaebi

Designated by: Prefectural / Natural Monument
Designation type: Species
Designated on: April 23, 2021
Prefectures: Kagoshima
Scientific name: Caridina prashadi

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

About the Sakishima Freshwater Shrimp

The Sakishima freshwater shrimp is a small shrimp of streams and springs in the southwestern islands of Japan. It lives among rocks and water plants in clear water. Because its range is narrow and it is sensitive to habitat change, it is designated a Natural Monument of Kagoshima Prefecture.

Natural Monuments related to the Sakishima Freshwater Shrimp →

Map

Designated as a species without a fixed area. Markers show related prefectures.

Frequently asked questions

Sakishima Freshwater Shrimp is a Prefectural Natural Monument of Japan (Kagoshima). The Sakishima freshwater shrimp is a small shrimp of streams and…

The Sakishima Freshwater Shrimp is designated as a species without a fixed area and lives in places such as Kagoshima.

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.