Strange Seafood found on Milford on Sea Beach

A recent article in the Daily Echo reported on the a strange seafood that had washed up on Milford on Sea Beach.

The odd sea creatures were identified Goose Barnacles which have a long fleshy steam topped with a chalky white shell and when close it was clear they were very much alive. More were also seen on Boscombe beach.

Picture by Daily Echo

Apparently, Goose Barnacles are considered a delicacy in Spain and Portugal and can fetch up to £80 a kilo, due to being difficult to harvest.

Recent stormy weather could explain their appearance on the beach.

To read the full Daily Echo article, please click here.