2021.6.26 Miyatoko Marshland - A paradise for dragonflies -

I went to Miyatoko Marsh in Minamiaizu Town, Fukushima Prefecture.

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▼Park the car and set off.

▼This time, we plan to cross the boardwalk in a counterclockwise direction.

▼It seems there was a fallen tree.

Only the road portion has been processed, which is interesting.

I am in awe of those who maintain the environment.

▼The uphill climb continued.

▼There was a map at the fork in the road.

It seems that the buildings will be gradually built up from the water source side.

▼Enter through the boardwalk entrance.

▼There is a boardwalk surrounded by lush trees.

▼It has a really nice atmosphere.

It was raining a little and it was dark.

▼While we were wondering whether to retreat, the weather started to improve.

▼The straight boardwalk is amazing.

▼There was a lizard.

▼Some parts were submerged in water.

I'm glad I came wearing hiking boots.

It was tough wearing sneakers.

▼It was a female red-tailed dragonfly.

It was small and cute.

▼A male red-tailed dragonfly is hunting.

▼Female, predation scene

▼The high and mid-level marshes end and you move on to the low-level marshes.

▼You can see something that looks like a swamp in the distance.

It certainly looks like a low-lying marsh.

▼It looks like the two types of trees are growing intertwined with each other.

Overview of Marshland Information

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Although it is difficult to access, it is a lovely marshland with an abundance of dragonflies.

This is the first time I've seen so many dragonflies.

They are considered rare, but appear to be able to thrive in the right environment.

It is important to protect the habitats of animals.