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Moon snail casting may look like trash, but are filled with maturing sea life. Photo courtesy of the ESC.

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Be a beach steward

Beach etiquette and clean up

Rather than collecting shells, bring a trash bag and litter stick or gloves next time you go for a stroll on the beach. Collecting litter from shorelines reduces the chance of contaminating the water and harming sea life.