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hazzardlanding
Jun 12, 20212 min read
Mermaid Purse / Egg Case / Chondrichthyes
One of my favorite finds, although plentiful on the shorelines I frequent, is the mermaid purse. This little pod-like object is in fact...
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hazzardlanding
Apr 16, 20201 min read
The Atlantic Slipper Snail | Crepidula fornicata
The evolution of a creature is the real fascination that drives my blog. Each creature has quirky traits that are entirely evolved around...
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hazzardlanding
Jun 14, 20191 min read
Ghost Crab | Ocypode quadrata
The creatures of the night- Ghost Crabs are nocturnal, quick little crustaceans (they legit can scutter around at almost 10 mph) with...
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hazzardlanding
Jun 8, 20191 min read
Cownose Ray | Rhinoptera bonasus
Crickeys I love my creatures. The Cownose Ray, commonly referred to as a "bullnose" in the First State, is a migratory Ray that travels...
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hazzardlanding
Jun 2, 20191 min read
Sugar Star Fish | Echinoderm
A starfish is not a fish ! The Starfish is the cousin to the sand dollar. This carnivorous creature feeds on clams and mussels. It is a...
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hazzardlanding
May 26, 20191 min read
Northern Puffer | Sphoeroides maculatus
The Northern Puffer Fish is a fun little bottom dweller that loves munching on shellfish. Notice it's beak-like mouth which helps it bust...
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hazzardlanding
May 11, 20191 min read
Knobbed Welk | Busycon carica
Knobbed whelks have been in existence for more than 30 million years. Knobbed Whelks are lovely inhabitants of the Delaware Shore. They...
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hazzardlanding
May 4, 20191 min read
Diamondback Terrapin
During a late April stroll along the beach I discovered this tiny Diamondback Terrapin. These creatures live in the Delaware inland bays...
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hazzardlanding
May 4, 20191 min read
Red Beard Sponge | Microciona prolifera
Although many people would assume this is a type of plant, sponges are actually a primitive form of animals. The Red beard sponges have...
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