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Emperor nautilus shell, Nautilus pompilius
Emperor nautilus shell and section through shell showing chambers, Nautilus pompilius (Great nautilus, Nautilus pompilius) Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1801
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Chambered Frederick Miscellany Naturalists Nautilus Nodder Polydore Pompilius Section Shaw Shell
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1. Title: "Emperor Nautilus Shell: A Marvel of Nature's Architecture" This exquisite handcoloured copperplate engraving, drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder, showcases the intricately beautiful Emperor Nautilus shell, scientifically known as Nautilus pompilius. The image is taken from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's "The Naturalist's Miscellany," published in London in 1801. The Emperor Nautilus, also referred to as the Great Nautilus, is a large, chambered cephalopod that inhabits the Indo-Pacific region. The shell depicted in this illustration is a testament to the intricate design and engineering prowess of nature. The spiral shape of the shell is not only aesthetically pleasing but also serves a functional purpose, providing buoyancy and protection for the creature. The section through the shell reveals the series of interconnected chambers that the nautilus uses to control its buoyancy as it descends and ascends in the water column. Each chamber is progressively smaller than the previous one, and the nautilus adds new chambers as it grows, eventually sealing off the older ones. The Emperor Nautilus is a living fossil, retaining the external shell that is characteristic of ancient ammonites. Its beauty and unique anatomy have fascinated naturalists and collectors for centuries, making it a prized specimen in the fields of zoology and natural history. This illustration, with its meticulous attention to detail, provides a glimpse into the natural world of over 200 years ago, offering a window into the wonders of the deep sea and the natural history of the Emperor Nautilus.
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