Visitors to a popular beach in San Diego have recently discovered shimmering purple shells scattered along the sand. Scientists at the University of California, San Diego’s Scripps Institution of ...

SAN DIEGO (KSWB/KUSI) — Beachgoers in San Diego may have spotted some glistening, purple shells reminiscent of small gemstones in the sand recently. Scientists at the University of California, San ...

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A rare, vibrant purple sea snail, Janthina, washed ashore in La Jolla, California, captivating beachgoers. These unique creatures, known for their 'bubble rafts' and countershading camouflage, are ...

The striking purple sea snail (Janthina) found after washing up on a beach in La Jolla, California. (Image: Natural History Museum) A rare purple Janthina sea snail washed up on La Jolla beach, ...

Rare, purple sea snails wash ashore on San Diego … News / Jul 23, 2025 / 04:38 PM PDT Researchers at Scripps Institution of Oceanography spotted some glistening, purple shells belonging to a rare type ...

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