A remarkable strandline discovery deserves attention, but not exaggeration. The arrival of Velella velella on Sylt is probably Germany’s first documented record. It is not the first occurrence in the North Sea, nor is one stranding sufficient proof of a climate-driven invasion. The discovery of Velella velella on Sylt on 23–24 August 2026 has been … Continue reading First Spotted, or Simply First Recorded? Velella and Our Ecological Blind Spots