Wildlifeof Japan
Wildlife in Izu Islands & Torishima
Tokyo
The chain of volcanic islands south of Tokyo, crossed by ferries and occasional pelagic trips. Remote Torishima is the main breeding island of the short-tailed albatross, brought back from near-extinction; boat trips pass the island in spring, when streaked shearwaters and other seabirds are common.
Highlights
- Short-tailed albatross off Torishima
- Streaked shearwaters from the ferries
- Izu thrush and island birds
Top wildlife targets
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Quick answers
- What wildlife can you see in Izu Islands & Torishima?
- Top wildlife targets in Izu Islands & Torishima include Short-tailed Albatross, Streaked Shearwater, Izu Thrush and Black-footed Albatross. Highlights: Short-tailed albatross off Torishima.
- Where is Izu Islands & Torishima?
- Izu Islands & Torishima is in Tokyo, Japan (about 30.48°, 140.3°).
- What are the highlights of Izu Islands & Torishima?
- Short-tailed albatross off Torishima, Streaked shearwaters from the ferries and Izu thrush and island birds.