The arrival of migratory white-fronted geese has peaked at Izunuma Pond in Miyagi Prefecture, with at least 100,000 birds spotted wintering there this season. The pond, along with adjacent Uchinuma, is registered under the Ramsar Convention on wetlands conservation and is known as one of Japan's largest wintering stopovers for migratory birds.
White-fronted geese soar above Izunuma Pond, which spans the cities of Kurihara and Tome in Miyagi Prefecture, under the morning sunshine. The arrival of these migratory birds is now at its peak, with at least 100,000 spotted wintering there this season.
Izunuma Pond, together with the adjacent Uchinuma Pond, is registered under the Ramsar Convention on wetlands conservation. These ponds are recognized as one of the largest wintering stopovers for migratory birds in Japan. Each year, white-fronted geese migrate from regions like Siberia and Alaska to spend the winter in this area.
This gathering highlights the richness of the wetland ecosystem and serves as a popular spot for birdwatching. Local efforts continue to preserve this natural asset.
