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decorated crab home - beach crabs dig holes into the sand soon after the water recedes. They form the excessive sand into circular marbles and throw them out of the opening back onto the beach
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decorated crab home - beach crabs dig holes into the sand soon after the water recedes. They form the excessive sand into circular marbles and throw them out of the opening back onto the beach
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decorated crab home - beach crabs dig holes into the sand soon after the water recedes
Cable Beach, Broome, Western Australia, Australia
They form the excessive sand into circular marbles and throw them out of the opening back onto the beach. This marbles often form a distinctive pattern
Steffen & Alexandra Sailer
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Sand Art Masters: The Crab Edition! 🦀🎨 These beach crabs have taken their hole-digging skills to a whole new level. As soon as the water recedes, they waste no time in creating their very own masterpiece. With precision and finesse, they sculpt excess sand into perfect circular marbles and toss them out of their humble abode onto the sandy canvas. It's like watching tiny artists at work! This particular shot captures one of these decorated crab homes just before sunset on Cable Beach, Broome in Western Australia. The evening light adds a touch of magic to this already mesmerizing scene. You can't help but be captivated by the intricate patterns formed by these talented crustaceans. Who knew that beneath the surface lies such hidden talent? Move over Picasso, there's a new art sensation in town! These little architects not only create stunning designs but also showcase their impeccable taste in home decor. So next time you stroll along the beach, keep an eye out for these incredible creations left behind by our sandy artist friends. They may be small creatures, but boy do they know how to make a statement! Remember to snap a photo and share it with your friends because nature truly is the best artist around.
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