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Marine Jealopus

The Marine Jealopus has a widespread distribution throughout the global ocean however mating only occurs within the Solway Firth between England and Scotland. Males unable to find a mate often congregate off the coast of Silloth causing annoyance to the local porpoises. There is speculation that the myth of the mermaid originated from sightings of the Marine Jealopus by desperate drunken sailors from the ports of Maryport and Whitehaven.

The bizarre appearance of this Jealopus species is credited by marine biologists as the reason why dolphins are always laughing.

 

Traditional Scottish song to a Marine Jealopus

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Uploaded on August 25, 2022