Is Daito Islands Butterfly Mass Migration happening right now?
As of today, out of season, returns ~September. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
Seasonal mass arrivals of multiple butterfly species occur on Minamidaitō and neighboring Kitadaitō islands when southerly winds push migrants north from tropical Asia.
Observers report dense concentrations on coasts and lowland roads for several weeks in autumn, creating unusually high local butterfly counts.
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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| Minamidaitō East Coast Viewpoints |
| Minamidaitō Village Center and Airport Area |
| + 1 more spot, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app → |
This is the short version
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