It has the distinction of being one of the rare places where manta rays (largest of the rays “species”) can be observed throughout the year.

To them, a cow, goat, or sheep is a rare and valuable source of income, protein, and investment in the future.

The rare plant can grow as tall as 60cm and flowers all year round.

Such an increase could triple the number of types of rare plant in the preserves.

They will be treated with rare bamboo from the central Japanese mountain of Izu that is similar to what they used to eat at home.