Hyo-ko
- Pays:Japon
- Numéro du site:1842
- Superficie:24 ha
- Date d’inscription:30-10-2008
- Coordonnées:37°49'N 139°13'E
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Hyo-ko. 30/10/08; Niigata; 24 ha; 37°50'N, 139°14'E Habitat/Species Management Area, Natural Monument. Irrigation reservoirs created artificially in the Edo Period (1603-1867) and, since 1990-2000, a bird sanctuary located in the centre of Niigata Plain in Agano City, fed by the Oodoori river . IUCN Red-listed vulnerable species like Steller's Sea Eagle (Haliaeetus pelagicus) and Baikal Teal (Anas formosa) are found here, as well as Tundra Swans Cygnus columbianus above the 1% threshold. The site includes some nationally protected flora species as well. A marshy vegetation serves as habitat for 100 bird species for wintering purposes, aquatic plants and fish species. Hunting is prohibited at the site and local residents are involved in its conservation. Eutrophication and nearby residential development are seen as potential threats. A management plan is anticipated to enter into force in October 2008. Ramsar site no. 1842. Most recent RIS information: 2008.
Région administrative:
Niigata Prefecture
- Inscription légale nationale:
- National Natural Treasure
- Special Protection Area of National Wildlife Protection Area
- Date de dernière publication:30-10-2008