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Living Fossils
Where
Kiptopeke State Park, 3540 Kiptopeke Dr., Cape Charles, VA 23310.
Big Water Visitor Center
When
July 29, 2023. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
While technically it's not a crustacean but more closely related to spiders and scorpions, this living fossil is quite interesting. Join us as we explore the world of Horseshoe Crabs and learn about the adaptations that make them living fossils. Meet inside the Big Water Visitor Center located just before the park entrance on Kiptopeke Drive.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 757-331-2267
Email Address: kiptopeke@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History
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