As an aspiring or avid shell collector, properly cleaning your seashells is a skill you must learn. While it takes some effort, it’s worth it when you can proudly display your collection without...

The term conch describes several different snails that typically live on the ocean floor and have a signature spiral-shaped shell. Conch shells are highly prized among beach combers and shell...

Sand dollars are the perfect keepsake when visiting the beach and looking for souvenirs to take home. They are close relatives of sea urchins and starfish, and their smooth exoskeleton is stamped...

Disclaimer: Please be aware that the legality of collecting items can vary depending on the location in which you're collecting. Before performing any collection tasks, it’s ultimately your...

Finding and picking up shells is perhaps one of the most compelling reasons to visit the beach. Once you've filled your bucket, you can head home and look at the bounty to decide what you want to do...

The shell of a cuttlefish typically doesn’t last more than a few months, while certain conch shells can survive for thousands of years if kept in the right conditions. The sheer variety of...