JP163Okinawa coastal islets

Site Description

Coastline

The site has small islets and rock reefs around the main island of Okinawahonto, where Roseate Terns and Black-naped Terns breed in colonies. The breeding sites vary almost every year.

Area & Coordinates

100ha 26°39′N 128°02′E
region: Nansei Shoto Region, Okinawa

Category

A4i

Designation Type

Quasi-National Park, Wildlife Protection Area (government), World Heritage Candidate

Protection Status

Partially protected

Conservation issues

• Recreation/tourism