Shell Key has pristine, powdery white Gulf Coast beaches and an abundance of shells that inspired its name. Originally called ...

Recognized as the official state shell of Texas, the lightning whelk is a fascinating marine predator, Jace Tunnell writes.

Shellfish farmers say their industry's positive benefits have been proven elsewhere in the country, but holds on new state aquaculture leases and a moratorium that Topsail Island residents want could ...

Discover fun facts about Florida beaches, from glowing waters and soft quartz sand to rare seashells and pink-hued shores.

The N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries has scheduled a public hearing in Dare County May 6 on a proposed shellfish lease in ...