Sea Spider (Ammothea hilgendorfi) introduced species, adult, under stone on shore, Poole Harbour, Dorset, England
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Sea Spider (Ammothea hilgendorfi) introduced species, adult, under stone on shore, Poole Harbour, Dorset, England
Sea Spider (Ammothea hilgendorfi) introduced species, adult, under stone on shore, Poole Harbour, Dorset, England, October
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Media ID 9671123
© FLPA/Steve Trewhella
Alien Aliens Beach Beaches Dorset Introduced Introduction Introductions Invasive Pacific Sealife Seashore Seashores Shore Shores Species Pantopoda Pycnogonid Sea Spider
Underneath the Stone - A Sea Spider's Secret Hideout in Dorset, England!
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. In this snapshot captured by FLPA/Steve Trewhella, we are granted a rare glimpse into the mysterious world of an Ammothea hilgendorfi, commonly known as a Sea Spider. This intriguing creature has found its way to the shores of Poole Harbour, Dorset, England - quite a long journey from its original habitat. As autumn sets in and waves gently caress the coastlines of Europe, this alien-like marine arthropod seeks refuge under a stone on the shore. With its delicate legs and intricate body structure resembling something out of science fiction, it seems like it could be straight out of an extraterrestrial realm! The introduction of this species to British waters adds another fascinating chapter to our coastal biodiversity. As sea spiders are typically found in Asian and Pacific regions, their presence here is both unexpected and exciting for nature enthusiasts. This print not only showcases the beauty and diversity found along Europe's temperate shores but also reminds us that our planet is full of surprises waiting to be discovered. So next time you explore a beach or coastline near you, keep your eyes peeled for these enchanting sea spiders – who knows what other hidden treasures await beneath those stones!
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