Horseshoe Crab Balsa Ornament

Horseshoe crabs are living fossils, meaning they have existed nearly unchanged for 445 million years. Although their armour with spikes and spines may look scary, horseshoe crabs are harmless.

Made out of sustainably harvested balsa wood, these lightweight ornaments are hand-carved and then painted with non-toxic acrylic paint by a cooperative of skilled artisans on Isla Solentiname, Nicaragua. Approximate size: 5" x 2".