South Iojima native natural environment conservation area

The South Iojima conservation area spans 367 hectares of protected land, featuring tropical vegetation and geological formations shaped by ocean currents.

The Ministry of Environment established this conservation area to safeguard natural resources under the Nature Conservation Law, joining four other designated wilderness zones.

Scientists conduct regular research expeditions to document native species and monitor the natural processes within this strictly regulated environment.

Access to the conservation area requires special permits from environmental authorities, with strict regulations prohibiting collection of plants or wildlife.

The reserve contains undisturbed island ecosystems where researchers study biodiversity patterns without human interference, maintaining natural evolutionary processes.

Location: Ogasawara Village

GPS coordinates: 24.23533,141.46264

Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:34