By R. Fujimoto Introduction In the Pacific Ocean which spreads off Kochi, there is the grand Balaenoptera brydei. In Kochi … More
Category: Field Guide
Natural History of Kochi Prefecture
Etrumeus teres: ウルメイワシ
By Y. Iwata Introduction A round herring is a fish often eaten in Japan. However, few people know very much … More
Lycoris radiata: Higanbana
By T. Nakamoto Introduction Bulb plants perennial toxic whole plant.Six pieces of petals arrive radially distributed in the form … More
Yamamomo : Myrica rubra
By M. T. Introduction Myrica rubra is called yamamomo. It is a subtropical tree grown for its sweet, crimson to … More
Vinegaroon: Sasorimodoki
by Riku Minei Introduction Do you know vinegaroon? They are insects that are like scorpions. They are in Kochi. In night, … More
Cissites cephalotas: Hirazugensei
by K. Seo Introduction In 1935, an insect like small beans of about 3cm was discovered by Mr. Sasaki, a … More
Red-billed leiothrix:ソウシチョウ
by E. Fukugawa Introduction Red-billed leiothrixes is kind of sparrows. They are animals of foreign origin. Originally, they live in … More
