As of today, peak season now, through ~July 31. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
Each spring, male 'mutsugoro' mudskippers congregate on the intertidal mudflats of Japan's Ariake Bay to build small mud mounds and perform conspicuous courtship displays.
The shows are tied to low tides and spring-tide cycles, and are best observed from shoreboardwalks and low observation platforms during daytime low tides.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
| Viewing spots |
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| Tara Town Mudflats |
| Yatsushiro Mudflats Observation Area |
| + 1 more spot, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app → |
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