Most of birds in Japan are migratory. Many of ducks, geese, cranes and finches are winter migrants. On the other hand, flycatchers, robins and terns are mostly summer migrants. Tateyama Wild Bird Sanctuary - located in the center of the Minami Boso National Park, at the tip of the Boso Penninsula. Covering an area of 22.4 hectares, this park is made up of a wide belt of evergreen trees, and functions as both a nature preserve and public recreation area.
Various habitats support many kinds of birds.
So far 250 species have been recorded in this area. The link to the homepage offers additional information. Kushiro Marsh - Kushiro Marsh is located in eastern Hokkaido, the northernmost island of Japan's four main islands, and separated from the Pacific Ocean by Kushiro city. Kushiro Marsh is one of the most important habitats for boreal wildlife in Japan. For photos of the marsh, see this site .