As a marine biologist and professional scuba diver, I often wonder where all of the fish go along our coastline when we have giant surf. With the Kauai Quilt Show and Boutique scheduled to close on ...

Scientists and volunteers involved in an archaeology project along the Patuxent River this month discovered shells thought to be used by African slaves who worked the fields of white colonists in the ...

The Cowrie shell, part of the Cypraeidae family, is found in Western Australia and is known for its glossy exterior and spotted pattern. This particular shell is extremely rare, with only a handful of ...

Cowrie shells have a long, layered history that stretches far beyond their recent resurgence in home decor. Long before they appeared on coffee tables, wall hangings, or sculptural objects, cowries ...