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

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.

Visitors to a popular San Diego beach have recently discovered unique, shimmering purple shells scattered along the sand.

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

Stunning violet sea snails have recently made a surprise appearance along La Jolla Shores, riding in on a warm ocean current.

According to the FWC, Florida is home to several species​, including the native Florida apple snail, and four exotic species ...

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

From taking care of octopus to feeding sea shells, the Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum aquarists walk us through how ...

When we think of slugs, we often picture slimy brown garden creatures. Under the sea, however, you can find slugs so colorful ...

Two colorful new sea slug species have been discovered in Indonesia. Five women scientists representing Germany, Indonesia, and Wales have identified and formally described two previously unknown ...