Learn all about mollusks in this episode from their 500 million year history in the fossil record to exploring their behaviors in modern ecosystems. Discover what stories are hidden in shells on the beach and learn all about how these slimy beasts avoid predation or might be fierce carnivores instead! Dr. Visaggi will share tales from her own work as well as ways in which you can contribute to modern research by slugging in your own backyard.

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