Nagura Anparu

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Nagura Anparu, Wildlife refuge and wetland in Ishigaki, Japan

The Nagura Anparu wetland system spans 157 hectares near the Nagura River mouth, featuring extensive mangrove forests and diverse aquatic ecosystems.

The Japanese Ministry of Environment designated this area as a National Wildlife Protection Area in 2003, leading to increased conservation efforts.

The name Anparu derives from traditional fishing practices, referring to the method of spreading nets in these nutrient-rich waters.

Visitors can access designated observation points throughout the year to study migratory birds and participate in guided ecological tours.

The protected area maintains one of Japan's most extensive mangrove networks, supporting numerous species at coordinates 24.394444N, 124.143611E.

Location: Ishigaki

Elevation above the sea: 0 m

GPS coordinates: 24.39444,124.14361

Latest update: April 29, 2025 02:23

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