Lake Hyōko Explained

Lake Hyōko
Pushpin Map:Japan Niigata Prefecture#Japan
Coords:37.8383°N 139.2372°W
Date-Built:1639
Area:8ha
Max-Depth:1.2m (03.9feet)

is a 281ha reservoir area in the city of Agano, Niigata, Japan.

The reservoir was created in 1639 during the Edo period of Japanese history. It is noted for its abundant and diverse bird life, and is an important overwintering grounds for Whooper swans and Tundra swans. The area received protection from the Japanese government as a wildlife refuge in 2005.

On October 30, 2008, it was registered as a Ramsar site.

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Land

Aquatic