Locals in Cumbria, England were shocked to learn a spiky, dinosaur-like creature was found bathing in a small body of water near their homes.

Named Fluffy by its rescuers, the hard-shelled animal – that’s neither fluffy nor cuddly – is from across the pond and has a “nasty bite” that can sever a finger with one snap.

Keep reading to learn why this prehistoric creature poses a huge threat to the little lake in Cumbria, England.

Last week, a dog and his owner were strolling the shores of Urswick Tarns – a limestone-rich area known for an abundance of flora and fauna – when they came across a dinosaur-like creature, with spiky armor covering its back.

Not knowing what it was, the person snapped a photo of the peculiar animal and shared it on Facebook, hoping to find some answers.

The post captured the attention of Denise Chamberlain, an Urswick parish councillor, who previously worked in Florida and recognized the carnivorous creature that can give someone a “nasty nip.”