Wildlifeof Japan
Wildlife in Yanbaru, Northern Okinawa
Okinawa
The forested hills of northern Okinawa Island, home to the flightless Okinawa rail and the Okinawa woodpecker, both found nowhere else. The Yanbaru Kuina Ecological Park and local guides help with the rail, which is best looked for at dawn and dusk; drive slowly, as rails are often killed on the roads.
Highlights
- Okinawa rail at dawn and dusk
- Okinawa woodpecker
- Subtropical forest walks
Top wildlife targets
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Quick answers
- What wildlife can you see in Yanbaru, Northern Okinawa?
- Top wildlife targets in Yanbaru, Northern Okinawa include Okinawa Rail, Okinawa Woodpecker, Kuroiwa's Ground Gecko and Ryukyu Flying Fox. Highlights: Okinawa rail at dawn and dusk.
- Where is Yanbaru, Northern Okinawa?
- Yanbaru, Northern Okinawa is in Okinawa, Japan (about 26.72°, 128.22°).
- What are the highlights of Yanbaru, Northern Okinawa?
- Okinawa rail at dawn and dusk, Okinawa woodpecker and Subtropical forest walks.