A TikToker’s beachcombing adventure turned into a viral cautionary tale after she unknowingly picked up one of the deadliest creatures on Earth. Beckylee Rawls was tidepooling in Okinawa, Japan, when ...

Snails can hide in their shells for months or even years, slowing metabolism and sealing in moisture to survive harsh ...

Vacationers are being cautioned to stay vigilant on beach getaways after one woman encountered a shell that housed a highly poisonous creature. Beach trips are a staple of summer vacations, whether ...

Native to South America, apple snails pose human health risks. Adults carry rat lungworm, which can infect humans if eaten raw or under cooked, the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission says. N.C.