The Red Abalone is a very large edible sea snail that is part of the museum's collection. "If they're getting nutrients that's going to help them (Red Abalones) grow big and strong," Agostino said.

Want to find some blue sea glass? How about a fossil, or a cool rock? These are the best beaches in RI to start looking.

Want to find some blue sea glass? How about a fossil, or a cool rock? These are the best beaches in RI to start looking.

Shell-rich rocks trace a mostly upward climb in ocean life, with each mass extinction slashing both diversity and biomass ...

The beaches with the best shells are brimming with natural treasures. It's time for a visit. A beach day? (S)hell yeah! Everyone has their own idea of the perfect travel souvenir—some pocket postcards ...