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Capiz can be referring to two things: one, a geographical location, and two, a shell used for decoration purposes and even accessories like in jewelry. Capiz is the name of the outer shell of the marine mollusk which is found in the shallow coastal waters of the Philippines.

A look back at Ween and me throughout the years as they mark their return to the funny side of things.

There are some interesting facts to learn about the oyster besides its being the best source of the mineral zinc.

Here are a few tips to guide and provide years of enjoyment for the proud owner of any valuable pearl jewelry, be it cultured or natural.

A guide to preparing and cooking abalone

This great reef is the worlds largest coral formation...

One of the oldest living creatures of the sea are more fascinating than odd, or maybe both- you decide.

Learn more about this fantastic creature that defies all rules in the game of Survival of the Fittest.

Even during the rainy season, activities abound in Ocean Park, on the Long Beach Peninsula in Washington State.

This article shares information on the rare gemstone ammolite.

Euroamerican colonialism in northern California is characterized by senseless viciousness.

An exploration of the evolution of Polynesian identity from post-colonial literature to post-modern hypermedia.

Often times we select inhabitants for our tanks with little thought regarding the consequences of introducing a pest, either unwillingly as a hitchhiker or as a direct result of our lack of knowledge or human error...

It's Naked Day in America but are you familiar with the other holidays from around the world today? Celebrity birthdays included.

If you are thinking about moving to Hawaii or if you are planning a Hawaiian vacation, you should prepare yourself for some of the stinging and biting insects and other pests that are commonly found in the Hawaiian islands.

The instruction on how to construct the altar was given in detail.

Talking about finding a unique alternative, in determining what, to place in a newly set-up salt water aquarium, an octopus could possibly be that...

Scientists have presented new information about the structure of Mother of Pearl, and a new model describing its formation.

Scallops are a culinary treat!

A list of the greatest songs ever written. In this article: Ween.

A brief overview of the various deep sea mollusks and their environments.

Seattle is a city surrounded by bodies of water, which makes for excellent scuba divig. Here are good organizations to contact if you'd like to try.

If you love angels you'll love these simple angel crafts that you can make yourself.

The Black Hills Institute of Geological Research preserves and researches fossils found in the area of South Dakota and around the world. They give important research and educational materials to teachers and museums on the topic of Paleontology.

Oysters are loved for their taste and the pearls they produce but there are other interesting facts about oysters that many people don't know.

Would you like to buy a pearl necklace? Here's how to determine quality and get the best value for your money!

The following great modern psychedelic bands: Air, Akron/Family, Circulatory System, the Flaming Lips, Primal Scream, Radiohead, Scumbo, Sigur Ros, Spiritualized, and Ween are profiled here.

Are you familiar with the term winklepicker? Neither was I, though it turns out I've some for years now.

Crabs, reef livestock, inverts

The 9 inch bright yellow banana slug is the official mascot of the University of California, Santa Cruz.

Here are 10 interesting facts about oysters you probably don't know!

The venom of the Conus genus of marine snail has important implications in the development of painkillers due to its strength and non-addictive nature

Oasis, Radiohead, John Vanderslice, Ween, Wilco, Michael Jackson, and The Postal Service all have albums reportedly coming out in 2007.

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For such a small mollusk, oysters have generated a number of questions and even a few big misconceptions. Here's a few pearls of wisdom to separate oyster fact from fiction.