1. Diversity of Island Formation

 Japan consists of approximately 14,000 islands, making it the largest island nation in East Asia. The country’s geographical formation has been shaped by dynamic processes such as plate tectonics, volcanic activity, and earthquakes. These forces have contributed to Japan’s rich biodiversity and geological diversity.

2. Climatic Diversity

Japan stretches approximately 3,200 kilometers from north to south, encompassing a wide range of climate zones from subtropical to subarctic. This vast climatic variation creates diverse habitats for plants and animals, fostering rich ecosystems across the nation.

３.Ecological and Evolutionary Significance

Japan’s unique biota has been shaped not only by migrations from diverse origins, but also through repeated processes of population isolation and reconnection. Recent studies have revealed Japan’s important role in “reverse colonization,” where species originating in Japan expand once again into continental regions.

4. Diverse Endemic Species

Japan is home to a great number of endemic species. 

For example:

- Birds: 22 taxa

- Vascular plants: 2,544 taxa

- Insects: 1,720 taxa

- Mammals: 50 taxa

About the Izu Peninsula

The Izu Peninsula is said to have been formed when volcanic islands collided with the Japanese mainland. This process of collision occurred repeatedly, each time creating opportunities for the migration of species, adaptive evolution to island environments, and reunions with ancestral species.

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