"The Fluttershark - Part III: Summary”
Among all species of shark, the fluttershark is unique, so much so that there has only been one known instance of the fluttershark, but from that one individual, many encounters have been documented. While the author acknowledges that a single individual does not a species make, in this case, the author --after her own encounter with the fluttershark-- strongly felt that this one individual easily defines the word “fluttershark” and, thus, the author felt the need to document this unique creature for posterity.
The Fluttershark is a simple creature at heart. It seeks to enjoy its surrounding environment to the fullest and wishes only to share its happiness with others. (Granted, while underwater that sharing may involve partial drowning, this is, most likely, un-intentional.) Making use of their lungs they can escape just beyond the water’s edge and seek shady spots for naps and to consume sweetened, fermented fruit-based drinks usually found within the husks of coconuts all while wrapped in their favourite pink, fluffy towel. The fluttershark seems to especially enjoy this activity while surrounded by friendly ponies with their own fruity, umbrella garnished drinks. (Author’s note: from personal experiences, small paper umbrellas are optional but always seem to amuse the fluttershark when included. And, as the author can personally attest to, an amused fluttershark is much preferred to a grumpy one, especially after accidentally mistaking the fluttershark’s pink, fluffy towel for their own. It is recommended to never do this.)
Sightings of the fluttershark are rare. They are only found near peaceful beaches of Equestria and only during the warmer days of the year. They prefer areas with calm tides that are populated both by multitudes of sealife as well as ponies enjoying their summer vacations. So if you find yourself in the warm waters of some Equestrian beach resort where the sands are smooth and the drinks are fruity, and should you see a yellow and pink fin (and breathing tube) in the water coming towards you, take a breath and prepare to say hello to one of the most unique creatures you will ever meet. (Author’s note: no seriously, take a breath. That mare has a grip like a vice and sometimes forgets that the rest of us don’t usually have snorkels!)
