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Northern Shimokita coast


Site description (2007 baseline):

Site location and context
The coastline facing the Tsugaru straits, about 60 km from the eastern end Shiriyasaki to the western end Ohmasaki consists of sandy beaches and reefs. Along the shoreline, Shiriyazakikaigan coast, Iwayakaigan coast, Ishimochikaigan coast, Ohhatakaigan coast, Shimoburokaigan coast, and Ohmazakikaigan coast, are habitats for wild birds.


Recommended citation
BirdLife International (2024) Important Bird Area factsheet: Northern Shimokita coast (Japan). Downloaded from https://datazone.birdlife.org/site/factsheet/northern-shimokita-coast-iba-japan on 27/11/2024.