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Sand Dollars

Eccentric Sand Dollars of Puget Sound | Coldwater Curiosities

Discover the fascinating world of Eccentric Sand Dollars in this episode of Coldwater Curiosities, filmed in the beautiful Puget Sound! Join Hilary as she explores the sandy shallows at low tide—the best time to uncover these unique creatures found only in the Pacific Northwest. Learn how to identify a living sand dollar, uncover their incredible densities of up to 523 per square yard during the lowest tides, and find out how they feed, their lifespan, and which predators hunt them. Hilary also explains why sand dollars are challenging to keep in an aquarium, making this a must-watch for beachcombers, marine life enthusiasts, and aquarists alike.

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