It seems that it was spring break while we were
down there, and just like the bikini clad CoEd's who were visiting the East Coast of Florida, these horseshoe crabs were struck with the "urge to merge" on the Gulf side. They are a primitive creature, barely changing since the beginning of time, but they are useful in various scientific studies. It seems that their blood is copper-based, rather than iron like ours (science notes courtesy of FC). 
Believe it or not, this stretch of beach is right near the shops and reataurants. I guess you just can't stop nature from happening! It was awesome to be there to witness this! 
It might be hard to see, but this is the passage out to the Gulf from the Cedar Key boat ramp. That is a road that passes overhead, so it's important to know what the tidal schedule is if you're planning to go boating. Depending upon the draft of your boat you may run into difficulty getting in or out during either low or high tides!
Well, I think that's about it for Cedar Key.
I think I'll take you to Manatee Springs for the next part of the trip.
2 comments:
no privacy for h.s.crabs.
Lucky for us! It was pretty cool being there to see them.
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