By-the-wind Sailor (Velella velella) group, held in human hand, washed up on beach, Cornwall, England, November
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By-the-wind Sailor (Velella velella) group, held in human hand, washed up on beach, Cornwall, England, November
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 9670909
© FLPA/Steve Trewhella
Beach Beaches Cnidarian Cnidarians Cornish Cornwall Hand Hands Held Hold Holding Holds Human Humans Hydrozoan Hydrozoans People Person Sealife Seashore Seashores Shore Shores Stranded
Tiny Sailors Take a Break - A Hand-Held Gathering of By-the-wind Sailors in Cornwall!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot, we witness an enchanting encounter between nature and humanity on the picturesque shores of Cornwall, England. As if straight out of a fairytale, a group of whimsical creatures known as By-the-wind Sailors find themselves washed up on the sandy beach. With their translucent blue bodies resembling miniature sailboats, these delicate hydrozoans have caught the attention of an intrigued passerby. With gentle care and curiosity, a person holds this mesmerizing congregation in their hand. The contrast between the tiny marine beings and the human hand creates a magical scene that seems to defy reality. It's as if Mother Nature herself has orchestrated this meeting to remind us how interconnected our world truly is. As autumn blankets the Cornish coast with its golden hues, these resilient sailors stand as ambassadors for all marine life thriving along Britain's shores. Their presence serves as a reminder that even amidst turbulent seas and unpredictable tides, beauty can still be found in unexpected places. So next time you stroll along an English beach during November's crisp air, keep your eyes peeled for these charming visitors from beneath the waves. Who knows? You might just stumble upon your own gathering of By-the-wind Sailors waiting to cast their spell on you!
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