Hightide Scat

The tide didn’t just rise on Skellig’s Reach; it inhaled.

High tide scat consists of the fecal matter left behind by marine mammals such as whales, dolphins, seals, and sea lions. These animals deposit their scat, often in the form of nutrient-rich feces, onto beaches, rocky shores, or coastal vegetation during high tide. The scat can be an important food source for certain species, like seabirds and insects, and plays a vital role in nutrient cycling within coastal ecosystems. hightide scat

Determined to get to the bottom of the story, Lena decided to investigate the source of the high tide scat. She donned her rain gear and set out into the stormy night, armed with her trusty notebook and a strong stomach. The tide didn’t just rise on Skellig’s Reach; it inhaled

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