My BEST Shelling day in Puerto Rico!

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  • čas přidán 20. 08. 2024
  • There's nothing else like a shelling experience in the Caribbean!
    In 2021, I traveled to Puerto Rico to find shells at some beautiful, and remote locations. This piece is the final episode from that trip...of course, I saved the best for last!

Komentáře • 82

  • @kathyjund7212
    @kathyjund7212 Před rokem +6

    Oh my gosh I was dying when you left the helmets behind and the cowries!!! Such beauties..the Caribbean vase was spectacular! Thank you for taking us!!!🎉

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  Před rokem

      I actually collected quite a few Helmets during the first couple days of this trip, lol. The cowries were a total surprise as I stumbled upon a honey hole - love honey holes!
      Thanks for watching, and coming along!

    • @brendagroff8478
      @brendagroff8478 Před 10 měsíci

      Yes you should have kept the shell.

  • @lisacoyne1537
    @lisacoyne1537 Před rokem +2

    Ty for taking me along. Never been to that island. ❤

  • @MrsFazz68
    @MrsFazz68 Před rokem +1

    Stunnnnnning ❤😊

  • @debbienorrell2483
    @debbienorrell2483 Před rokem +1

    I enjoyed you video!! Shells where so beautiful!!

  • @lindsayschilling8707
    @lindsayschilling8707 Před rokem +1

    Outstanding shells! My favorite: the Wentletrap (it's the biggest one I've ever seen), and the Carribean Vase. Thanks for taking us along! 🐚 😎

  • @debbienorrell2483
    @debbienorrell2483 Před rokem +1

    Thanks For such a great video!! So beautiful there!!

  • @stephaniechoward2757
    @stephaniechoward2757 Před rokem +1

    I would be sitting there half the day collecting the minis. Thanks Brian. Those cowries, cones, limpets, vase, OH Myyyyy. Jackpot.

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  Před rokem

      I agree! If it wasn't so hot and humid there, I totally would have sat and sorted through for mini's... it's always so enjoyable to do this!
      Thanks for watching!

  • @angelicareyes4183
    @angelicareyes4183 Před rokem

    Beautiful ❤️

  • @williamthomson638
    @williamthomson638 Před 7 měsíci

    Thank you for taking only what you need and enjoy. Leaving some for other lucky shell seekers.

  • @dianesalvato3078
    @dianesalvato3078 Před rokem +1

    Wowza! Those cowries and cones were amazing. Sure wish I was following you to pick up the helmet shells you left behind!

  • @myunknownland9272
    @myunknownland9272 Před rokem +1

    Always love seeing your shells. Thanks for the trip.

  • @thebexcomplex
    @thebexcomplex Před rokem

    Ahhhhh! Great day, Bryan! Holy cowRIES day and that vase!!!!!

  • @felixzapata9058
    @felixzapata9058 Před rokem +1

    A carribean vase?! Have never seen or heard of them but...WOW!...so classy!!! Thanx for all the info and as it rains outside, I will say Thanx for letting me tag along and you look great in 4K.....!!!!

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  Před rokem

      I am so glad I was able to introduce you to a new shell, friend!
      Thanks for coming along as always, and in 4K! 🤣💙

  • @AuntDi2
    @AuntDi2 Před rokem

    I couldn’t have left any behind. Sooo pretty!!

  • @kims4529
    @kims4529 Před rokem +2

    Whoa! That Caribbean Vase is gorgeous! What a beautiful beach and spectacular finds! Thanks for a lovely, peaceful video 😊

  • @theshellnuts
    @theshellnuts Před rokem +1

    Another amazing video. We're totally jealous of your international adventures! Thanks a million for bringing such great shelling content to CZcams and sharing such great shelling adventures in different countries. You found some amazing shells and we're even more motivated now to get back to the Caribbean. Such great cones, cowries, and helmet finds. Thanks again for sharing!

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  Před rokem

      Thank you so much! This was filmed a couple of years ago, but I am always figuring out new places that I can get to, to shell and film - it's so cathartic!
      Appreciate your viewership!

  • @janetknight9978
    @janetknight9978 Před rokem

    Thaks as always for your wonderful videos. It's so great that you take us places we will never get to. And great finds!

  • @lorrainenortham4810
    @lorrainenortham4810 Před rokem

    Enjoy all of your videos especially since you leave the ocean waves for us to enjoy. I saw so many shells that I’d love to find, hold & bring home. What joy it would be to be able to sit & look for the minis & walk the beach looking for shells. Living in North TX/DFW area I don’t get a chance to go to a beach. Your videos take me there and I appreciate you and all you do.

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  Před rokem +1

      My content will always be here for any who searches for peace through a beach experience 💙
      Thank you for watching, and I look forward to seeing you on the next one!

  • @gaylescovel7308
    @gaylescovel7308 Před rokem

    Oh man! This one is so worth rewatching! You show such restrajnt from keeping, lol! I would totally fail at it. Thankyou❣❣❣❣

  • @debbiewedoe2564
    @debbiewedoe2564 Před rokem

    Beautiful shells. Loved watching you hunt. 🐳

  • @heinrichheine6137
    @heinrichheine6137 Před rokem

    I know I’d be like, “I don’t NEED all these cowries, but I’ll take them all, if that’s ok!”
    Cool Adventure!!

  • @nikoletastavropoulou5515

    How many wonderful shells 🐚 and beautiful corals 🪸 .

  • @tonistephic
    @tonistephic Před rokem

    You found some amazing shells and you left some amazing shells. It makes sense when you have already picked up so many. Thank you so much for sharing these great shelling videos. Have a great day.

  • @kimvines636
    @kimvines636 Před rokem

    Thank you so much for sharing!

  • @fredamoore1743
    @fredamoore1743 Před rokem

    Thanks for another great video Brian. That Carribean Vase was awesome. I could stay in those rocks for hours. Beautiful cones and I just love all Limpets and coral! You make such calming videos in the most beautiful places. Thanks for taking us on your adventures!

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  Před rokem

      I appreciate your great feedback. The Vase made my day, for sure!
      Thanks as always, for watching!

  • @SWFBeachLife
    @SWFBeachLife Před rokem

    That mystery shell did indeed look like a giant apple murex! What an experience. I've yet to find my first cowrie or a mouse cone for that matter. That Caribbean vase was an awesome score! Fabulous video as always! 🐚🐚

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  Před rokem +1

      The Apple Murex shells get SO big in the Caribbean. We are all waiting for your shelling trip to one of these places... it will be so EPIC! 💙
      Thank you for watching, Friend!

  • @robinsegnitz3649
    @robinsegnitz3649 Před rokem

    Oh wow, so very good! I don’t have the same willpower to leave shells back that you do. If they aren’t broken, I would collect them all!

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  Před rokem

      I definitely ended up taking quite a few home, but only ones I absolutely loved. I agree, it's difficult to have restraint!
      Thanks for watching!

  • @barbridingsTheResinator

    Beautiful finds

  • @GGio66
    @GGio66 Před rokem

    I love all of the cool shells. Do you know much about Coral? Maybe next time you could include a few different coral pieces even if you don't keep them :)
    thanks!

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  Před rokem

      I always appreciate cool coral finds on the beach, but I must admit, I am not versed in their identifications, lol.
      Thanks for the feedback, and thanks for watching!

  • @chrisbgifford7387
    @chrisbgifford7387 Před rokem +1

    What great finds. I saw a gastropod a few times, white shaped similar to the star shell but had a brown stripe around the center bottom like a racing stripe (9:28). What is it? I only saw it upside down.

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  Před rokem

      Hello friend! This shell is actually a land snail, and there were tons of them - I am not sure of the exact name.
      Thanks for watching!

  • @ladysylvia4018
    @ladysylvia4018 Před 9 měsíci

    Where is that beach area in P.R.? East or west? My family lives there. You found wonderful things! I love to watch your videos, so relaxing!❤😊

  • @dianemaurer5244
    @dianemaurer5244 Před rokem

    Brian, what awesome shells!! I want to put this on my bucket list but I didn’t catch the name of the beach, if you could tell me please. Beautiful video! They keep getting better and better!

  • @anitawilhite
    @anitawilhite Před rokem

    Hi Bryan. I loved your video. Thank you for taking us on this amazing journey with you. Your mystery shell was beautiful The mouse cones are great. Does the captain cone snails sting ?

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  Před rokem +1

      Hello! All Cone snails are capable of inflicting a sting, but Atlantic Cones aren't considered deadly like some Pacific Cone species are.
      Thanks for watching!

  • @guadalupeknippen528
    @guadalupeknippen528 Před rokem +1

    Lovely shells. What are those stones with the red spots on them? I also loved all the pieces of corral. 🐌🐚🐕🥰

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  Před rokem +1

      I think these red spots are called Foraminifera, and they attach to molluscs!
      Thanks for watching!

  • @Dirtydenadan691
    @Dirtydenadan691 Před 6 měsíci

    2:33 beautiful limpit center screen. How u miss it. Lol

  • @sgbarton6308
    @sgbarton6308 Před rokem

    Great shells!! Where in Puerto Rico were you? Also, where did you get your Shell bag? I love it! Thanks for taking us along on your adventures!!❤

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  Před rokem +2

      Hello, this is Yabucoa, in SE PR! The shelling bag was gifted to me by one of my friends - the maker is SunSport Canvas!
      Thanks for watching
      🐚

  • @nancygluth9335
    @nancygluth9335 Před rokem

    Wow…Great shells. I would have a hard time leaving any of those shells behind? What was the name of the beach again?

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  Před rokem

      Hello, this is Yabucoa in SE Puerto Rico!
      Thank you so much for watching the content!
      🐚

  • @ruchirpareek
    @ruchirpareek Před 8 měsíci

    Amazing shells. But do you ever run into problems at customs in carrying them across borders?

  • @carolmccorry3053
    @carolmccorry3053 Před rokem

    Look up tritons.

  • @janetbirman4215
    @janetbirman4215 Před 8 měsíci

    What beach is this ? PUNTA ? I will be in PR next week...looking for shelling spots .

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  Před 8 měsíci

      This is Yabucoa, in SE Puerto Rico! Hope you were able to find some great shells on your trip!
      Thanks for watching!

  • @lisacoyne1537
    @lisacoyne1537 Před rokem

    Btw. Looked like a Triton if that’s how you spell it.

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  Před rokem

      This mystery shell does resemble a Triton, though I think it actually may be a worn Apple Murex. In the Caribbean, Apple Murex shells can get much larger than they do in Florida.
      Thanks so much for watching!

  • @bobberg3204
    @bobberg3204 Před rokem

    How do you get your shells home from these far away places?

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  Před rokem

      I usually bring small tupperware containers(or something similar), and will bury these in the middle of my suitcase. Most often, everything makes it home in one piece!
      Thanks for watching!

  • @abeach5420
    @abeach5420 Před rokem

    hi..are you able to show the names of shells on the video please

  • @deborahhunter4268
    @deborahhunter4268 Před 7 měsíci

    That's an apple murex

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  Před 7 měsíci

      This is what I thought as well - they appear to grow quite large in the Caribbean!

  • @scubabeck08001
    @scubabeck08001 Před 5 měsíci

    How hard is it to bring back the shells?

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  Před 5 měsíci

      Hi friend! I can only speak to my experience, but I did not have an issue taking a few shells home carefully packed in my checked luggage!
      Thank you for watching!

    • @scubabeck08001
      @scubabeck08001 Před 5 měsíci

      Thank you for letting me know ill be sure to pack them carefully.

  • @linds3317
    @linds3317 Před rokem

    czcams.com/video/5LxOirero5M/video.html
    Idk if you’d like to try cleaning some of those shells with acid, but here’s a video with how to do that and it takes off some of the calcification and the colors come through beautifully. I thought I’d share in case you’re interested. You scored some gorgeous shells! 😊

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  Před rokem +1

      I love her channel - nice information around the muriatic process.
      I have some recent content, where I put some of my best Caribbean specimens through the acid process, and they came out beautiful!
      Thanks for watching!