Horseshoe Crab on Sandy Shoreline - Marine Life Photography #3706601 (License: Personal Use)

This close-up image captures a horseshoe crab (Limulus polyphemus) on a sandy intertidal zone, partially submerged in shallow water. Its distinctive domed carapace, spiny telson (tail), and compound eyes are clearly visible, with scattered seaweed and shell fragments adding ecological context. The creature’s exoskeleton shows fine segmentation and subtle color variation from tan to brown, indicating recent emergence from the sea.

Used in marine biology education, conservation campaigns, or nature photography portfolios; targets users searching for information on horseshoe crabs, coastal ecosystems, or endangered species. Ideal for articles on biodiversity, shore ecology, or citizen science initiatives.