Oar-some find: deep sea creature washes up on Dunedin beach
A marine biologist was relaxing on a Dunedin beach, when she noticed a beachgoer investigating something in the shallows – which turned out to be a giant from the deep.
Dr Bridie Allan, of the University of Otagot, went to investigate the mysterious discovery by Isaac Williams on Monday afternoon and instantly recognised the species.
“As soon as I saw it I knew it was an oarfish.”
Oarfish, a serpent-like sea creature so named because they resemble a boat’s oar, are normally found in deep water, diving more than 900 metres, and sightings are uncommon. Continue reading here.
Best way to use leftovers?
I'm sure you've got some excess ham at home or cold roast potatoes.
What are some of your favourite ways to use leftover food from Christmas day? Share below.
Fair play
Whether it’s a playhouse, she shed or teenager’s sleepout, a stencil-painted floor in Resene Clockwork Orange will elevate it from meh to wow. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
Poll: Would you rather: Christmas in summer forever or winter forever?
Just a bit of a fun poll to get you thinking.
If you had to live out your Christmas days, would you prefer it was a summer Christmas or a winter Christmas?
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62.2% Summer
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36.4% Winter
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1.5% Other - I'll share below
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