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Florida Shelling Guide
Few places rival Florida for the sheer variety and abundance of seashells. The Gulf Coast, in particular, is famous worldwide for the bounty it leaves on the sand each tide.
Best Beaches for Shelling in Florida
- Sanibel Island and Captiva
- Marco Island
- Caladesi Island State Park
- Honeymoon Island
- Venice Beach (for fossilized shark teeth)
When to Go
Aim for low tide, early morning, and the day or two after a winter storm. Florida's best shelling season runs from late fall through early spring.
Shells You'll Likely Find
- Lightning whelk
- Fighting conch
- Lettered olive
- Scallops and cockles
- Coquinas and sand dollars
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