Snails have shells the moment they're born, but it's kind of hard to tell. In fact, it's hard to even see a baby snail. Some are nearly microscopic, such as Angustopila psammion, whose adult-sized ...

Commonly found in backyard gardens throughout the world, snails live a very interesting life. But how long do snails live, and what is the average life cycle like for a snail? These creatures are ...

A comprehensive new review paper reveals the staggering loss of biodiversity among island land snails globally. Lead author ...

Seashells, the durable skeletons of marine animals, are abundant and long-lasting, offering scientists vital clues about ...

Michal Kowalewski receives funding from federal agencies (National Science Foundation) and private organizations such as Felburn Foundation and University of Florida Foundation. Thomas K. Frazer ...

A minuscule snail once thought to have disappeared has been saved from the edge of extinction, a British zoo said Saturday.

Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you'd like an expert to answer, send it to ...

The new exhibits are built upon Liberty Science Center’s broader role as a regional hub for science education.

Ronda is the Spanish winter sun spot made for romantics - For Katie Mather, the deep valleys of Andalusia make for a ...

Climate lawfare groups are misleading the judiciary, and attempting to “train” judges to think the “right way” about climate ...

Most marine animals form their shells from calcium carbonate, which is a tough mineral also found in limestone. Some sponges and microorganisms use another compound silica. There is also a group of ...

While most visitors come to Alaska expecting king crab legs and fresh-caught salmon (which are certainly worth the trip), the ...