A Beauty. NAUTILUS POMPILIUS 202mm/8 " Chambered Nautilus SEASHELL
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:4482432 |
You are admiring a very popular species & longtime favorite of collectors worldwide, a Nautilus pompilius pomilius (Linne, 1758) measuring a very large 202mm (or 8")...also known as the "Chambered Nautilus". An incredible distinctive tan with flame like radial bans make up it's outstanding color pattern. A member of the fabulous Nautilidae family & an excellent addition for any collection & excellent for display pur...poses anywhere in your home or office. Thank you for visiting our store this evening...great to see you again. ***Special Note: "Once dominating the ancient seas of the world, the genus "Nautilus" is now limited to fewer than a half dozen living species, all found in the southwestern Pacific. Dead shells float as far away as East Africa and Japan. The animal has about 90 tentacles. The chambers are filled with gas and keep the creature balanced in midwater."
