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Shot on 8mm film in 1958, this vintage home movie captures a horseshoe crab being pulled from the water in Ontario. The dark, armored creature floats and tumbles in the blue-green waves, its spiny shell and long tail visible as it's lifted by a line. The footage shows natural movement on a calm day, with gentle ripples and the characteristic grain of Super 8 film. This archival clip offers a nostalgic glimpse into mid-century wildlife observation and seaside recreation.
No recognizable people, logos, or music are flagged. Lower-risk for commercial use, subject to your own review.
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