The egg-case of the Small-spotted Catshark or Dogfish is called a Mermaid's Purse. These eggs are sometimes broken free of the seaweed

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The egg-case of the Small-spotted Catshark or Dogfish is called a Mermaid's Purse. These eggs are sometimes broken free of the seaweed the tendrils are anchored to and the case washes ashore in winter storms.

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Location: Llandonna Bay, Anglesey
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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