The shells of slipper shells are not their only unusual characteristic. They exhibit different feeding, locomotion, and reproductive behaviors from other snails.

Sep 25, 2008 - Albert Burchsted

Animals with shells are found in every ocean.

Apr 15, 2009 - John Blatchford

The Preventative Methods for pest control are for those gardeners who like organic snail and slug control to keep snails and slugs out of their precious gardens.

Jun 24, 2008 - Rachel Tsoumbakos

While typically harmless, snails can be problematic. They can disturb the natural balance of aquariums and, depending on the species, can decimate plants.

Apr 25, 2010 - Aaron Guzman

The toxins produced by some of the cones can be more than painful; they can be lethal.

Mar 27, 2008 - John Blatchford

Amateur conchologists can build up collections without harming the environment.

Mar 26, 2008 - John Blatchford

My garden is free of snails thanks to a bug with six legs but no wings. What is it? I don't need any pesticides because it has a huge appetite!

Jan 17, 2011 - Sue Visser

Giant African Land Snails, or GALS, are popular pets. This article shows how easy it is to keep and look after these creatures.

Jul 20, 2011 - Louise Jones

A dramatic drop in oyster farming has opened a gap for French snail farmers to entice foodies with innovative new snail-filled recipes.

Feb 12, 2011 - Elnette Lucas

This is a rough guide to combat the destruction wrecked by slugs and snails in the garden. Its tips are frugal or free, and are perfect for the organic gardeners.

Mar 11, 2010 - Rebecca Collett

Turbo, Margarita, Nassarius, and Bumble Bee Snails are readily available and commonly recommended as part of a saltwater tank's clean-up crew, but the buyer should beware

Jan 6, 2008 - Ret Talbot

Local farmers can grow organic food far from industrial pollution but the apple snail threatens the future of Hawaii symbolic plant and put visitors at risk

Apr 2, 2011 - Marie-Claude Arnott

What is it about shells that makes us admire them, collect them, paint them, write poetry and books about them, and simply love them?

Feb 25, 2011 - Heather Donaldson

Ever wonder how a hermit crab finds its shell? Learn how hermit crab shells are located, traded, and used among these fascinating marine creatures.

Aug 3, 2010 - Megan Jungwi

The scaly-foot snail is inspiring scientists, who wish to copy the structure of its shell to build better body armour and helmets.

Aug 19, 2011 - Louise Jones

Cowrie shells are beautiful, shiny, and endangered. There are about 200 different species of cowries, which are a kind of sea snail.

May 4, 2009 - Megan Jungwi

Better chronic pain relief could be possible in the future, thanks to research into the proteins in the poisons used by marine cone shell snails to immobilise their prey.

Nov 2, 2008 - Sue Cartledge

Before heading down to the local hardware store to pick up harsh chemicals and pesticides check out these homemade solutions.

Feb 4, 2011 - Georgina Bourdeau

Including a mix of janitorial invertebrates in your saltwater aquarium will help you keep your saltwater aquarium clean, the sand bed sparkling, and algae under control.

May 21, 2008 - Ret Talbot

Seashells are beautiful - but who knew they once belonged to an animal? All seashells come from mollusks.

Apr 9, 2009 - Megan Jungwi