Hawksbill turtle, also known as mao or wenjia in ancient times.
It has thirteen shield-shaped scales on its back, arranged in three rows like tiles.
Therefore, hawksbill turtles are also called "thirteen-scaled turtles" or "longevity turtles".
The name "hawksbill turtle" is also related to its medicinal properties.
The Compendium of Materia Medica states: "Its function is to detoxify, and it is the substance that poisonous substances are jealous of, hence its name."
Hawksbill turtles are a rare type of sea turtle whose carapace is composed of multiple horny plates, each with a unique pattern.
This pattern is unique to hawksbill turtles, much like a human fingerprint.
Hawksbill turtle shells are brightly colored and have rich patterns. They are a precious natural material and are known as "natural decorative materials". They are loved by people all over the world.
Since ancient times, hawksbill turtles have been sought after by nobles and wealthy merchants because of their unique charm.
It is not only regarded as a valuable asset for family inheritance, but also as a symbol of longevity and immortality.
In ancient mythology, people regarded the hawksbill turtle as the incarnation of Xuanwu, believing that it possessed powerful supernatural abilities, could resolve crises, and bring good fortune.
Therefore, people believe that wearing tortoiseshell jewelry can ward off evil spirits and bring health and longevity.
Due to its beautiful appearance and unique texture, tortoiseshell is often carefully crafted into various exquisite ornaments, such as Buddhist beads, peace pendants, and bracelets. The poem "The Peacock Flies Southeast" even describes tortoiseshell bracelets as having "silk slippers on their feet and tortoiseshell gleaming on their heads."
In the world of antique and collectible jewelry, hawksbill turtle shells have always been regarded as extremely precious and high-quality materials, considered a rare marine treasure.
Ornaments made from hawksbill turtle shells are dazzling, luxurious, elegant, and of high quality.
Therefore, hawksbill turtle shells are also known as "soft gold from the sea".
"So this is a hawksbill turtle? It doesn't look very good. And with so many barnacles on its back, it looks even uglier."
Qin Aijun looked at the hawksbill turtle in front of him with curiosity. "The ornaments made from its shell are indeed beautiful."
"As the ancients said, 'Jade that is not carved cannot become a useful object,' isn't the same true for tortoise shells?"
That makes sense.
Hao Aijun, however, tried to remove the remora from its shell several times without success, and had to ask Feng Ye for help.
"Xiao Feng, this fish is stuck too tightly, I can't get it off!"
"If you don't hold on tighter, the turtle shell won't be able to hold on when you pull it up, and it will fall back into the sea long ago."
"That's true. So what do we do now? We can't just use a fish once and then waste it, can we?"
"Of course there is a way, otherwise I wouldn't have been able to get it off the whale shark."
Feng Ye asked Xiao Chen to find a flathead screwdriver.
Then, using a screwdriver, I carefully pried open the remora's suckers against its shell.
This remora wasn't gripping so tightly and was easily caught.
"Put it in the water quickly, otherwise it might die if it stays out of the water for too long."
"Hanged up? What does that mean?"
Hao Aiguo had never heard of this term and did not understand its meaning.
Qin Aijun also looked at Feng Ye with a confused expression.
"Hanging up means dying."
"Oh, so what if he's dead? And you even hung up? Where did you learn that phrase?"
As Hao Aiguo spoke, he quickly threw the remora into the sea, and threw it far away.
He had not forgotten the lesson Qin Aijun had taught him.
"Xiao Chen, could you clean the barnacles off the sea turtle so it won't be uncomfortable? It'll look better when it's clean, so Mr. Qin can take it home and raise it."
"Okay."
"Once you've finished cleaning this hawksbill turtle, grab a remora to have some fun too."
Xiao Chen quickly waved his hand: "No need, no need..."
Although he was very envious, he was just a boatman on a yacht and dared not have such a wish.
More importantly, Qin Aijun had not yet spoken.
As soon as he finished speaking, Qin Aijun said, "Since Xiao Feng is willing to give you one, take it and have some fun. You know where the fishing rod is, go get it yourself."
"Thank you, Mr. Qin. Thank you, Mr. Feng."
Overjoyed, Xiao Chen quickly thanked the hawksbill turtle and squatted down beside it, prying the barnacles off its back.
For some reason, after more than ten minutes, the fishing rods in the three people's hands did not move at all.
Qin Aijun even went up to check again, but naturally there were only remoras there, and he didn't get anything.
Feng Ye was also frustrated.
Logically, this shouldn't be the case.
He had heard from Yao He that the Chengfeng had arrived here more than an hour ago.
In other words, he's been here for over an hour, so he should have attracted some fish from the nearby waters by now.
Especially the fish near the drilling platform not far away.
Could it be because this drilling platform was only recently built and hasn't yet become a feeding ground for fish?
Feng Ye pondered to himself.
He decided to observe for a while longer to see if anything changed.
If the situation remains the same, then we'll have to change fishing spots.
"Is it because there aren't any big fish around here? I've already let out a couple hundred meters of fishing line, but there's still no reaction."
Qin Aijun was getting impatient.
Just as Feng Ye was about to speak, he suddenly felt an unusual pulling force coming from the fishing rod in his hand.
He was jolted awake and exclaimed excitedly, "Haha, I've got one! It's finally my turn to catch a fish!"
"Oh, you caught fish too?"
Qin Aijun was somewhat disappointed.
Of the three, he was the only one still in the Air Force, and he gained nothing.
However, he immediately felt not disappointed, but rather annoyed.
Before Feng Ye could even pull the unknown fish out of the water, Hao Aiguo had already caught another fish and was frantically spinning the reel to reel in the line.
"Damn, did you guys step in dog poop? I'm the only one who hasn't caught anything yet. No way, I need to change spots; this place is definitely not my lucky spot."
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