- Wildlife
- Barnacles, crabs, shrimps and lobster
- Goose Barnacle
About
Goose Barnacles live attached to rocks, wooden ships or objects floating out at sea. They have a long, fleshy 'neck' with hard shells at the end protecting the main body of the animal. They filter feed on plankton and detritus.
How to identify
Unmistakeable. Bluish-white plates with black edges cover the animal. A similar species, Lepas fascicularis, floats attached to a spongy 'buoy' that it makes itself.
Where to find it
Often washed up in the western of the UK, especially after storms.
Habitats
When to find it
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- Novermber
- December
- January
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How can people help
Our seas and coastline are in need of protection if we are to keep our marine wildlife healthy. The Wildlife Trusts are working with fishermen, researchers, politicians and local people towards a vision of 'Living Seas', where marine wildlife thrives. This work has recently had a massive boost with the passing of the Marine Bill, promising sustainable development of the UK's marine environment. Do your bit for our Living Seas by supporting your local Wildlife Trust.