Update and Rainbow sea-slug found in rock pool

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this creature, more commonly found around Portugal, was found in a farnmouth rock pool Photograph: Vicky Barlow Ltd/Vicky Barlow / @thehidephotography

This creature has been seen off the coast of the UK by divers and snorkelers, but it is thought to be the first time that one was found in a UK rock pool. This is just more signs of our warming planet.

The occasional visitor may not do damage, but it is very possible that if the seas continue to warm enough might arrive to start damaging the prospects of other native wildlife.

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