A fisherman was left utterly astonished after reeling in a one-in-two million sea creature during a trip on his boat, only to encounter the same rare animal thrice within a single month!
Marc Newton was stunned to haul in an exceptionally rare blue lobster on Thursday, June 19, having previously caught it on June 9 and May 28, suggesting the persistent crustacean has a penchant for his net.
The 35-year-old, who operates Beer Fisheries Ltd with his partner Leanne, made the extraordinary catches in Beer, close to Seaton, Devon.
Upon retrieving the lobster from the water, Marc quipped: “Well here he is again. Not sure if he is a wants to be eaten, or really just enjoys the ride. Third time now.”
Blue lobsters are renowned for their vivid cobalt hue, which is the result of a genetic anomaly affecting the pigment in their shells.
An Oxford University zoology department expert highlighted the rarity of such a catch, with odds at about one in two million, underscoring the lobster’s exceptional nature.
Marc creturned the blue lobster back to the ocean and shared his experience on Facebook, where people were taken aback by his good fortune.
One commenter humorously suggested: “He’ll be on the payroll soon.” Another playfully chided: “Stop feeding him then.”
A third remarked: “You must be on first name terms now.” Meanwhile, a fourth mused: “Love it. Perhaps he’s lonely.”
Eager followers will be on the lookout to see if Marc’s newfound chum appears yet again, as this would mark its fourth appearance.
Marc is keeping his audience updated with tales of their escapades – so we’ll be keeping our eyes peeled.
A prominent figure in the local angling scene, Marc comes from a family steeped in fishing heritage. Commanded by his father Jim, the Bess is the family’s vessel, with Jim himself involved in fishing since he was a young lad.
Emphasising his deep connection to the trade, Marc declared: “Our family has been supplying fresh local fish from our shop on Beer beach for the last 45 years. We’re now the fourth generation carrying on this tradition.”
