Horseshoe Crabs the Living Fossils

Location of Kiptopeke State Park in Virginia

Where

Kiptopeke State Park, 3540 Kiptopeke Dr., Cape Charles, VA 23310.
Big Water Visitor Center

When

May 22, 2023. 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

While technically it's not a crustacean but more closely related to spiders and scorpions, this living fossil is quite interesting. Join us as we explore the world of Horseshoe Crabs and learn about the adaptations that make them living fossils.  Meet inside the Big Water Visitor Center located just before the park entrance on Kiptopeke Drive. 

Horseshoe Crab on the Beach

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 757-331-2267
Email Address: kiptopeke@dcr.virginia.gov

Event types

Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History

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