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Kume Island, located about an hour by ferry from Tonaki Island, offers an incredible opportunity to explore Okinawa’s unique wildlife. The island is relatively large for a remote island, with an airport and a full circuit of the island t...

Spotted Ground Gecko (Goniurosaurus orientalis) Tonakijima (渡名喜島), a small island located about one hour by ferry from Naha, the capital of Okinawa, is a hidden gem for nature lovers and herpetology enthusiasts. Surrounded by beautif...

Observations of the Banded Gecko and the Amami Rabbit Banded ceve gecko (Goniurosaurus splendens) This time, I traveled from Amami Ōshima to Tokunoshima by ferry. Tokunoshima is well known as the northernmost habitat of the Banded ceve g...

The spider-tailed horned viper （Pseudocerastes urarachnoides), which uses caudal luring to attract birds, observed in Iran. What is Caudal Luring? Caudal luring is a fascinating behavior in which a snake moves its tail like bait to attr...

Continuing from the previous reports, we now share our observations from the Arfak Mountains, located about a 3-hour drive from Manokwari. The Arfak Mountains, with an elevation of over 2,000 meters, offer a cool climate unlike most part...

This report highlights the reptile and amphibian species observed during a two-week herping expedition across Iran. Covering nearly 7,000 kilometers and driving up to 10 hours a day through diverse landscapes—from arid deserts to humid f...

During a recent herpetological expedition in Iran, we had the opportunity to encounter a variety of wild mammal species in diverse habitats, particularly in mountainous and desert regions. Below is a record of the notable species observe...

Kokoe Poison Frog：Phyllobates aurotaenia The rainforests of Central and South America are home to some of the most dazzling creatures on Earth—poison dart frogs.Their vivid colors—electric blue, fiery red, sunshine yellow—look like some...

This time, let's explore how to find the Harpy Eagle (scientific name: Harpia harpyja), one of the world’s top three largest birds of prey. They are found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, including Suriname, Colo...

What is World Frog Day? Let me introduce you to World Frog Day, a special day celebrated on March 20 every year.This day is recognized globally as an opportunity to reflect on the importance of amphibian conservation,...