RArulerJul 10, 2024
 Anne C.A. Baanen
Today in public awareness campaigns that look like shitposts: Just flip 'em!™
Jun 13, 2023 at 12:24pmWeb
Show thread Anne C.A. BaanenJun 13, 2023

I did some more research on this campaign, and I came across some of the most enticing words I've ever read: "Watch our Just flip ‘em!™ video and listen to our theme song."

Source: https://horseshoecrab.org/act/flipem.html

Show threadAlex@rtnVFRmedia Suffolk UKJun 13, 2023
@Vierkantor I'm assuming these aren't bitey / snappy (I'd want to save the crab, but would be wary of approaching it with bare hands), I guess it must be harmless and not aggressive..
Show thread Anne C.A. BaanenJun 13, 2023
@vfrmedia As recommended by horseshoecrab.org: "The best way to turn them over is by the edge of their shell. No need to be cautious; the horseshoe crab doesn't bite or sting and it's claws are very gentle and won't hurt you."
Show thread13 barn owls in a trenchcoatJun 13, 2023
@Vierkantor this is very adorable
Show threadLegion495Jun 14, 2023
@Vierkantor It is a ™...
Show threadnicki xaphania mouse 🐁Jun 14, 2023
@Vierkantor
🙅: cow tipping
🙋: horseshoe crab flipping
Show threadGiles GoatJul 10, 2024
@Vierkantor YEARS ago I was near Cape Cod, somewhere around there someone brought me to a beach where for the first time in my life I've seen horseshoe crabs. I nearly fainted/ran away, I thought "OMG is the ALIEN FACEHUGGER FOR REAL !!" .. Those beasts are HUGE ! 😱 Even if they are harmless I don't think I'll have to courage to go and grab one !! 😢
Show threadswachterJul 10, 2024
@Vierkantor This is everything I needed tonight. Thank you.