World Natural Heritage Talk
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Iriomote Island is recognized as an "area important for biodiversity", which is represented by internationally rare endemic species, and is registered as a World Natural Heritage site on July 26, 2021, alongside with Amami Oshima Island, Tokunoshima Island, and the northern part of Okinawa Island. Iriomote Island has different landscapes such as jungles, rivers and mangrove forests. In addition, various rare endemic species and endangered species that have undergone a unique evolutionary process reflects the formation of the island. Our presenter will talk about the nature of Iriomote Island, and you can learn why Iriomote's biodiversity should be protected as a World Natural Heritage site.
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World Natural Heritage Talk | |
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Period | Every other dayIriomote Wildcat Course and Sea Turtle Course are held every other day. Sea Turtle Course is limited to September 30, 2024. |
Time | 7:15 PM - 7:45 PM * The schedule is subject to change * May to August only 7:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
Duration | 30 minutes |
Appropriate age | For all ages |
Capacity | Anyone (Capacity:non, minimum number of participants: 1) |
Belongings | N/A |
Hosted in | Japanese |
Notes | ■Location:Hotel Lobby From October 1, 2024 to January 31, 2025, Iriomote Cat Course and Kanmuriwasi Course will be held every other day. |