I was walking along the East River the other day when I came across
a most startling discovery. I believe it is a new species of cache
. It is an isolated and reclusive little critter that as far as I
know has not been previously documented.
I've named this new species Aquaticus tubifori and I would love for
others to be able to see this wonderful creature.
I believe it has somehow evolved an ability to survive extended
periods of drought by remaining in its dormant "orange" stage and
encapsulating itself in a hardened shell that has an opening toward
the top. The shell almost looks and feels like plastic.
Quite strange.
What makes it somewhat difficult to observe is that it lives within
the confines of this 2 foot long encapsulation tube. I have found
that it will stay at the bottom of this tube for amazingly long
periods of time. The only way I have been able to get it to
"surface" has been to offer it some water. I found it quite amazing
that it can be coaxed out of its hiding spot with something as
simple as water. However, I have noticed that it seems to become
quite agitated when surfacing and has developed a mechanism by
which it attempts to get rid of the excess water that you use to
coax it out. Be careful of this mischievous little critter's water
expelling antics if you are trying to get a peek at
it.
I have provided the coordinates to the only known example of this
critter for you to study it yourself. Any input you can provide in
your log on its tendencies or behaviors would be greatly
appreciated.
I have noticed that it responds in the exact same manner if exposed
to tap water or East River water. I have yet to try bottled or
spring water, but I believe that these would yield similar
results.
If you do go on a search for this creature, don't forget to bring
some water or it will be very difficult if not impossible to find.
It seems that 1 gallon will be more than enough.