#animals #barnacles #whale #turtle
Have you ever wondered about those tiny but resilient creatures that latch onto marine animals like crabs, turtles, and even whales? They’re called barnacles, and these little guys can live just about anywhere. They have an incredible ability to cling to almost anything, from rocks and ships to the skin of whales. While most barnacles are harmless, there are some parasitic types, like Risin barnacles, that can cause health and mobility issues for their hosts, like turtles and whales. Barnacles often cluster together, forming those recognizable white patches. In short, barnacles are just a natural part of the marine ecosystem. What do you think about these little hitchhikers?

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