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Ahh, June – the best month ever!

And not just because it’s my birthday month. This is the month when we really come alive, mirroring the ecosystems of our beautiful Devon beaches.

At this time of year, you’ll notice our seabirds in the middle of breeding season, diving in and out of the sea. Moon jellyfish begin arriving back on our shores, showing us the sea is warming, and there’s a beautiful collection of seaweeds and shells to feast our eyes on.

So this month, strap on your play shoes, we’re going on a treasure hunt!

When you next head down to the beach, can you spot seaweeds like bladderwrack, shells from the common cockle, or egg cases (also known as mermaid’s purses) from the small-spotted catshark?

And if we’re really feeling like donning our super-capes and becoming everyday heroes, when you spot a mermaid’s purse, you can log it with the Shark Trust. This helps them gain a better understanding of these fascinating creatures living along our shores.

What is the most unusual thing you can spot on the beach?

What creatures might have lived in the shells that you find?

If the seaweed could tell a story about its journey, where might it have travelled from? 

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Come and play!

June is full of delights ~ Hot! Beach! Yin! Take what you need, and head over here to see our full Timetable!