A new species of mollusc has been discovered at the bottom of a river in Thailand after extreme drought. The creature, a large mussel — only the third known species in its genus — is considered ...

Turtle shells evolved over the course of 300 million years, but self-defense wasn't the initial driver, researchers think.

In its temporary home at a laboratory aquarium in China, a river creature began to “dance.” The small animal twisted its shell in circles, sometimes changing direction. Scientists watched the animal.

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – An innovation using material derived from the shells of crabs and other sea creatures may soon provide a new option for powering medical sensors, phone screens and other devices ...

Beachgoers were shocked to discover an “alien” log washed up on a popular beach in New Zealand last week. Kylie Morman was left baffled after she came across the large tree log covered in curious ...

Sea shells are abundant on the New Jersey shores. There are the black ridged scallop shells that look like accordion fans, the pretty and delicate spiral shells that come in various patterns and ...

Beachcombers took to the shores in Myrtle Beach on Tuesday to hunt for treasures washed up by strong waves in Hurricane Florence. The sand in the area of 71 st Avenue North was littered with soft ...