Florida seashell identification

This is for the curious beachcomber of the Atlantic and Gulf Coasts of North, South, and Central America who desire to know something about the clam or bivalve they found! Includes artistic photographs, identification help, and interesting facts of many varieties!

When Amanda Collett took a family vacation in 2015, she had no idea how her trip would change her life. As soon as she arrived in southwest Florida, she headed to the beach. The clouds had just cleared from a storm the day before, and the winds and waves had left the beach covered with sea urchins, conchs, starfish, an

Are you looking to go shelling while you're in Florida? If so, read on to learn about the best shelling beaches in Florida.

For some people it’s the thrill of the chase, a treasure hunt for a perfect junoia specimen or the more elusive and rarer wentletrap. Even naysayers are seduced, soon entranced by the rhythmic roll of the surf, the warmth of the Florida sun on their backs and the meditative calm of eyes scanning to and fro, to and fro, searching […]

Learn more about the study of shells, the types of shells worldwide and how species that form them set them all apart.

Navarre Beach offers a unique opportunity for seashell enthusiasts to embark on a treasure hunt along its beaches. Explore how to search for and collect shells, discover some common varieties you might stumble upon, and learn how to clean and preserve your newfound treasures.

Seashells in Florida