Freaks from the Deep: The Northern Stargazer

Ahh, the beach. Nothing like fishing, swimming, building Sandcastles, or walking along the beach and- EWW WHAT THE HECK IS THAT!?!
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That, is the Northern Stargazer, this week’s topic of nightmare creatures. It lays hidden in the sand with only it’s big, beautiful (Lie) face sticking out. It is an ambush predator, and is quick and accurate.
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The worst part is the fact that it is found ALL AROUND THE EAST COAST, from MYRTLE BEACH (SC) TO VIRGINIA!
HOW COME NO ONE TOLD ME ABOUT THIS?
Next time you are at the beach, make sure to watch your step. You never know what horrifying creatures lurk beneath the surface…
NEXT WEEK:
Another creature.