Pteropus dasymallus Japanese Name: クビワオオコウモリChinese Name: 琉球狐蝠English Name: Ryukyu Flying Fox / Ryukyu Fruit BatOrigin: Ryukyu Islands and Taiwan The Ryukyu Flying Fox is divided into several subspecies across the Ryukyu Islands and Taiwan. The Okinawa Flying Fox is relatively common on Okinawa Island. These bats enjoy a variety of plant-based foods, including new leaves,… Continue reading Ryukyu Flying Fox
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Polynesian Rat
Rattus exulans Japanese Name: ナンヨウネズミChinese Name: 緬甸小鼠、波里尼西亞鼠English Name: Polynesian RatOrigin: Southeast Asia Though native to Southeast Asia, the Polynesian Rat has invaded numerous areas, including Japan’s Miyako Island, though the exact invasion route is unclear. This species is skilled at climbing trees and is frequently seen in the forests of Miyako Island. Reference：Japan invasive species… Continue reading Polynesian Rat
Emerald Dove
Chalcophaps indica Japanese Name: キンバトChinese Name: 翠翼鳩English Name: Emerald DoveOrigin: Widely distributed in Asia, only found in Japan’s Sakishima Islands (Miyako Island to Yonaguni Island) In Japan, this species is a resident bird from Miyako Island southward to Yonaguni Island. Miyako Island is the easiest place in Japan to observe this species. The male has white… Continue reading Emerald Dove