A new species of mollusc has been discovered at the bottom of a river in Thailand after extreme drought. The creature, a large mussel — only the third known species in its genus — is considered ...

An unsuspecting shellfish with an adorable-looking shell may contain the secrets of fast internet speed. This quirk of evolution marks the first time fiber-optic cable bundles have been spotted in a ...

Scientists found a pointy creature with a “ribbed” shell stuck to a bush in Markam County and discovered a new species, a study said. Photo from Chen, Dai, Wu, Jiang and Ouyang (2024) In a river ...

In its temporary home at a laboratory aquarium in China, a river creature began to “dance.” The small animal twisted its shell in circles, sometimes changing direction. Scientists watched the animal.

Collecting seashells on the beach may be a fun pastime for many. Looking at the wide variety of shells you can find, you may wonder what creature was living in it before it washed up onshore. But, ...