Otters are members of the weasel family. They are “charismatic” creatures with short ears, long bodies, and soft, dense fur. (Fun fact: Otters are
Giant Sea Star
The giant sea star (Pisaster giganteus), also known as the giant-spined sea star, is a species of sea star native to the west coast of North America.
Bat Stars
Bat stars (Patiria miniata), also called sea bats or webbed stars, get their common names from the webbing between their rays, which resemble the
Pacific Blood Stars
Pacific blood stars (Henricia leviuscula) are one of the more common sea stars in the Pacific Northwest. They can be found in the Eastern Pacific
Sand Dollars: More Than Just A Cool Find on the Beach
Sand Dollars (Dendraster excentricus) are one of the coolest creatures that you can find on our beautiful ocean beaches. While you might think of them
Salps: A Mystery on the Beach
August 3 to August 5, something different from the normal was seen on the beach between Driftwood South and Marine View Drive. The morning tide was
Butter Clams
Take a walk around Damon Point and you’ll probably find a butter clam shell. They are one of the most abundant clam species in Washington
The European Green Crab: An Invasive Species on our Shores
Last week, you may have seen an article in The Daily World newspaper about European Green Crabs. They are an invasive species that should not be in
Ochre Sea Stars
Pisaster ochraceus, more commonly known as ochre sea stars, ochre starfish, or purple starfish are a common sight in Pacific Coast tide pools. If