Common Mussels covered with barnacles exposed at low tide

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Common Mussels covered with barnacles exposed at low tide

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Media ID 9689657

© FLPA/David Hosking

Acorn Barnacle Mussel Rocks Seashores Shore Edulis Mytilus

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. In this photo print, FLPA photographer David Hosking brings us a mesmerizing glimpse of the intertidal world. As the tide recedes, revealing a hidden treasure trove along the shore, we are treated to an extraordinary sight - common mussels adorned with barnacles! These marine marvels have truly embraced their rockstar status as they proudly display their unique fashion sense. The common mussels (Mytilus edulis) form a stunning backdrop with their smooth shells in various shades of blue and black. But it is the barnacles that steal the show, clinging tenaciously to every available surface. Like tiny acorn-shaped hats or miniature volcanoes erupting from the sea rocks, these semibalanus balanoides species add an extra layer of charm to our seashores. Their intricate white shells create a striking contrast against the mussel's dark hues. Caught in this frozen moment at low tide, we can't help but imagine what tales these creatures could tell if they could speak! Perhaps they're sharing stories of daring adventures on rough seas or secret conversations about life beneath ocean waves. FLPA Images has once again captured nature's whimsical beauty through David Hosking's lens. This delightful print invites us into an enchanting underwater realm where even humble mollusks become stars worth celebrating!

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