[May 23rd Event] "Asagimadara" Butterfly Observation Event at Maizuru Kanzakihama. Challenge to Mark Butterflies that Travel 2,000 km
Maizuru City Kasa Community Center will hold an "Asagimadara Butterfly Observation Event" on May 23rd at Kanzakihama Beach. This event offers a marking experience for the migratory butterfly that travels 2,000 km and expert explanations.
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Maizuru City Kasa Community Center will hold an "Asagimadara Butterfly Observation Event for Migratory Butterflies" on Saturday, May 23rd, at Kanzakihama Beach.
Encounter the Mysterious Butterfly that Crosses the Sea
The "Asagimadara" (Chestnut Tiger butterfly) is a globally rare "migratory butterfly" that traverses the Japanese archipelago from north to south according to the season, sometimes traveling over 2,000 kilometers across the sea.
Kanzakihama, the venue for this event, is home to the naturally growing beach plant "Suna-bikiso" which Asagimadara butterflies favor. During this early summer period, butterflies continuing their northward migration arrive here to rest.
Event Content
Marking Experience: Participants will challenge themselves to "mark" the butterflies' wings by writing the date and location, then releasing them. This provides valuable data to understand the route a butterfly has taken if it is later found in another location.
Expert Commentary: Mr. Masahiko Sandan of the Tango-Tanba Insect Association will be invited as a lecturer to provide detailed insights into the ecology and mysteries of the Asagimadara butterfly.
Event Overview
Date: Saturday, May 23rd, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (Canceled in case of rain)
Location: Kanzakihama Beach (Meeting point: Higashi-Kanzaki Parking Lot)
933 Nishikanzaki, Maizuru City, Kyoto Prefecture
Lecturer: Mr. Masahiko Sandan, Tango-Tanba Insect Association
Capacity: 30 people (If there are many applicants, a lottery will be held)
Application Deadline: Apply by phone to Kasa Community Center by Friday, May 15th.
[Contact Information]
Maizuru City Kasa Community Center
Address: 1005 Shidaka, Maizuru City
Phone number: 0773-83-0036
Click here for details
https://www.city.maizuru.kyoto.jp/kyouiku/0000013742.html
Encounter the Mysterious Butterfly that Crosses the Sea
The "Asagimadara" (Chestnut Tiger butterfly) is a globally rare "migratory butterfly" that traverses the Japanese archipelago from north to south according to the season, sometimes traveling over 2,000 kilometers across the sea.
Kanzakihama, the venue for this event, is home to the naturally growing beach plant "Suna-bikiso" which Asagimadara butterflies favor. During this early summer period, butterflies continuing their northward migration arrive here to rest.
Event Content
Marking Experience: Participants will challenge themselves to "mark" the butterflies' wings by writing the date and location, then releasing them. This provides valuable data to understand the route a butterfly has taken if it is later found in another location.
Expert Commentary: Mr. Masahiko Sandan of the Tango-Tanba Insect Association will be invited as a lecturer to provide detailed insights into the ecology and mysteries of the Asagimadara butterfly.
Event Overview
Date: Saturday, May 23rd, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (Canceled in case of rain)
Location: Kanzakihama Beach (Meeting point: Higashi-Kanzaki Parking Lot)
933 Nishikanzaki, Maizuru City, Kyoto Prefecture
Lecturer: Mr. Masahiko Sandan, Tango-Tanba Insect Association
Capacity: 30 people (If there are many applicants, a lottery will be held)
Application Deadline: Apply by phone to Kasa Community Center by Friday, May 15th.
[Contact Information]
Maizuru City Kasa Community Center
Address: 1005 Shidaka, Maizuru City
Phone number: 0773-83-0036
Click here for details
https://www.city.maizuru.kyoto.jp/kyouiku/0000013742.html