Janthina sea snails, a rare tropical species, have been discovered on San Diego beaches for the first time in a decade.

A rare species of sea snail, Janthina janthina, was found at a SoCal beach. These creatures are known for their vibrant ...

Oceanographer Anya Stajner was enjoying a sunset walk along the La Jolla Shores beach when a vibrant violet pop of color ...

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

Scripps Institution of Oceanography, is no stranger to sea creatures, but during a walk in late June along La Jolla Shores, she spotted something unusual. “I thought, ‘Oh my gosh, no way.’ I had ...