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jchanders — The toenail of the Devil
Published: 2006-07-08 06:16:56 +0000 UTC; Views: 284; Favourites: 9; Downloads: 36
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Yes, they really called the big fossilized shell the "Devil's toenails". The scientific term is "gryphaea". They are extinct oysters. What will they have tasted? Certainly it was not easy to crack them. So dino, however, would not have much problems, I suppose. Compare: [link]Found on the beach at the "Black Cows' Cliff" ("Falaise des vaches noires") next to Houlgate/Normandy.
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Fascinating things, Gryphaea. We're lucky to have a few beaches that are literally strewn with them, I've found quite a few pristine and large examples over the years.
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It is very nice to get a reaction again to this shot of long away. Yes, I loved to find these things! They are highly impressive.
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Nice capture and intriguing little bit of information.
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I am pleased you like it.
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hahaha well, no wonder he's grumpy! he lost his toenail!!
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And he lost so many of them! Or were there so many devils? I fear the latter ...
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That devil must have a big toe, but his tonials are verry pritty.
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And all those many toenails that could be found on that beach. Big and manifold. But I am glad you like the shot and faved it.
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Very nice shot again!!! The big shell looks very nice with the small ones. Thanks for the extra information.
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Yes, it was quite an experience to find this old fossilized shell, so much bigger than the new ones around.
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Finding things like this really gives you a kick!!! I can imagine that!!!
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I am very pleased you like the shot.
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