A rare species of sea snail known as janthina was found at a SoCal beach. These creatures are known for their vibrant violent shells and the bubble rafts they create to stay afloat.

Rare violet sea snails, Janthina, have appeared on La Jolla Shores, the first time in ten years they appear on the San Diego coast.

Beachgoers in San Diego may have spotted some glistening, purple shells reminiscent of small gemstones in the sand recently.