Nautilidae Collection

Engraving of a nautilus and an ammonite. The nautilus is one of the species of marine cephalopods of the family Nautilidae

Argonauta hians, brown paper nautilus
A pair of brown paper nautilus (Argonauta hians). This delicate-shelled cephalopod is distributed in warm seas globally

Nautilus pompilius, common nautilus
A section through a common nautilus (Nautilus pompiius) showing the internal divisions into chambers and siphuncles

Palau chambered nautilus (Nautilus belauensis) in front of red Sea fan (Gorgonia) on a vibrant coral reef, Palau, Micronesia, Pacific Ocean

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The Palau chambered nautilus, Nautilus belauensis, is mainly found in the Western Carolines as its name suggests. These nautilus are highly mobile scavenging herbalists

Fossilized Sea And Marine Shells Or Nautilus

Fossilized Sea Shells (Nautilus)

Nautilus sp
Alice Bolingbroke Woodward (1862-1951). Watercolour on paper. Alice Woodward was taught science and illustration by her father Henry Woodward

Hans Sloanes nautilus shell
Sir Hans Sloane is perhaps the most important collector ever. His huge collection forms the core of both the British Museum and the Natural History Museum

Common nautilus shell C016 / 5941
Common nautilus (Nautilus pompilus). Seventeenth century carved nautilus shell showing three techniques used by Dutch craftsmen: cameo work

Common nautilus shells C016 / 6049
Pair of common nautilus (Nautilus pompilius) shells. Nautilus are the closest living creature to the extinct ammonites, they can be found in the west Pacific

Nautilus, artwork
Nautilus. Computer artwork of a nautilus (family Nautilidae), showing the internal chambers of its shell. The nautilus is a marine cephalopod mollusc related to the octopus and squid

Brown paper nautilus shells C016 / 6048
Pair of brown paper nautilus (Argonauta hians) shells. This delicate-shelled cephalopod is distributed in warm seas globally

Aturia sp. nautilus
Watercolour by Alice B. Woodward, c. 1880. Drawings 1 and 2 have had their shells removed, drawing 3 is a cross section of the shell and drawing 4 is an apical (open end) view

Nautilus pompilius, nautilus
Specimen shell of the nautilus (Nautilus pompilius), which has been sectioned to show body chamber (largest section), septa (individual chambers) and siphuncle (tube canal)

Nautilus pompilius, nautilus

Cenoceras pseudolineatus, nautiloid
A section cut and polished through Jurassic nautiloid from Dorset, UK. Shows the internal chambers filled or partly filled with calcite. Diameter 7cm

Orthoceras, nautiloid
Shown here is Orthoceras, a straight Ordovician nautiloid

Nautilus pompilus, common nautilus
A seventeenth century carved nautilus shell showing three techniques used by Dutch craftsmen: cameo work, engraving and an opening resembling a helmet cut into the wall of the chamber

Nautilus sp. nautilus shell
A carved nautilus shell, c. 1600 from the Sir Hans Sloane collection

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"Unveiling the Mysteries of Nautilidae: A Journey into Ancient Oceans" Step back in time and explore the fascinating world of nautilidae, a family of cephalopods that has captivated scientists and nature enthusiasts alike. This engraving showcases the intricate beauty of two remarkable creatures - the nautilus and ammonite. Among them is Argonauta hians, commonly known as the brown paper nautilus, with its delicate shell resembling crumpled parchment. Its ethereal appearance belies its incredible ability to create a temporary home using secreted materials. Another member is Nautilus pompilius, aptly named the common nautilus. With its iconic spiral-shaped shell and mesmerizing patterns, it gracefully roams ocean depths while maintaining an ancient lineage that dates back millions of years. Venture to Palau in Micronesia's Pacific Ocean where you'll find Nautilus belauensis, also known as Palau chambered nautilus. Against a backdrop of vibrant coral reefs adorned with red Sea fans (Gorgonia), this species thrives amidst an ecosystem teeming with life. The diversity within this family extends beyond these specific species; various other members like Nautilus sp. , Hans Sloanes' nautilus shell, and fossilized sea shells showcase their unique characteristics through time-honored remnants or artistic representations. Nautilidae serves as a reminder of our planet's rich history and evolution. These captivating creatures have witnessed countless changes throughout millennia but continue to thrive today. Let us marvel at their resilience and embrace their enigmatic allure as we delve deeper into understanding these magnificent inhabitants from our oceans' depths.