They are considered common and have not been evaluated for conservation action. Jingle shells are often collected by beachgoers.

What does a jingle shell look like?

Color: Shell is shiny lemon yellow, golden, brownish, silvery black, or pale buff. Lower valve is white. Size: 1 to 3 inches in diameter. Habitat: Shallow waters, beaches, oyster beds, and mollusk shells.

Why are they called Jingle shells?

As with oysters, the lower shell is glued to a hard surface. Even after the mollusk is dead, the shell keeps its beautiful and shiny exterior. The thin, translucent shells are often used in jewelry, and when strung together can sound like bells, hence the name.