When I (Nathan Brooks English) was six years old, I snuck a starfish home from the beach and hid it in my closet. I regret that now, as my parents did then when the smell of rotting starfish ...

Cuban snail (Polymita picta) world most beautiful land snails from Cuba , its known as "Painted Snails", rare, endangered and protected. Colorful snails, selective focus, copy space© Mark ...

Are you a seashell novice? Don't worry, we're here to help. We've outlined some of the prettiest shells you'll find on the beach and how you can identify them. Whether you're heading to Sanibel Island ...

Named the best shelling spot in North America by Travel + Leisure magazine, Sanibel Island—located near Fort Myers on the Gulf of Mexico—is a true haven for seashell-spotting enthusiasts. “It turns ...

The Sanibel Shell Show & Festival has returned to the island for the first time since Hurricane Ian. This year's event reunites the Sanibel-Captiva Shell Club and the Sanibel Community House after a ...

While cruising around the world, one of the things we seek is a connection. Whether it’s a fellow cruiser lending a hand or a local ­resident with a good story, people stand out in our cruising lives.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A Sanibel tradition returns to the island this week for the first time since Hurricane Ian. And organizer Beryl Hosack promises ...