Oceanographer Anya Stajner was recently enjoying a sunset walk along the La Jolla Shores beach when a vibrant violet pop of ...

The Janthina species are known for their vibrant color and unique floating ability. They are typically found in tropical seas ...

Janthina sea snails, a rare tropical species, have been discovered on San Diego beaches for the first time in a decade.

The Janthina sea snail is an interesting little animal that makes "bubble rafts" and floats around on the ocean's surface.

Rare Janthina sea snails, known for their violet shells, have washed ashore on a San Diego beach. Typically found in tropical ...

Rare violet sea snails, Janthina, have appeared on La Jolla Shores, the first time in ten years they appear on the San Diego coast.

Beachgoers in San Diego may have spotted some glistening, purple shells reminiscent of small gemstones in the sand recently.