Beyond the Academy’s dioramas and dinosaurs lie its vast scientific collections. Rows of gleaming metal cabinets hold millions of shells,[…]
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Tag: malacology
Whelks at the Shore
Search for whelk shells and egg cases at the shore this summer.
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Door 19: Off the Hook Recap
Get a recap of our 21+ Door 19: Off the Hook event!
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Geek of the Week
She honestly loves snails.
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Extraordinary Clam Found Alive
On finding the smelly giant shipworm.
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Who’s Minding the Malacology Collection?
He frequently discovers new mollusk species.
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Mussels Improve Water Quality
Mussels bred to improve stream conditions.
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New Life
Academy scientists continue to discover new species. Here’s a look at the 2014 additions to the catalog of life.
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