The Predatory Snails of Yaquina Bay
Just beneath the surface of Yaquina Bay’s brackish water lurks a predator. Its spit is made of acid, and its tongue a ceaseless drill. Littered along the sandy seafloor lies the evidence of its appetite: an array of vacant shells featuring small, perfectly round holes — the remnants of bivalves fallen prey to the voracious moon snail
Dive in to World Ocean Day at Oregon Coast Aquarium
World Ocean Day highlights the importance of the ocean and the life it sustains. The celebration will feature ocean-themed activities for all ages, including interactive guest displays, raffles, ambassador animal presentations, and a shark dissection.
