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6" Fossil Nautilus (Cymatoceras) - Madagascar
This is a 6" Nautilus of the genus Cymatoceras from Ambatalafia, Mahajanga Province, Madagascar. There is a section of shell missing as well as some fragmentation in spots. This has been reflected in the price of the specimen.
A nautilus's shell is made up of two layers. The inner layer has the iridescent shine, while the outer layer provides protection from external forces. Inside the shell are septa that divide the living area of the shell into compartments and help the animal maintain balance and position in the water column.
Nautilus are "living fossils": species similar to this one still exist in our oceans!
Nautilus are "living fossils": species similar to this one still exist in our oceans!
SPECIES
Cymatoceras sp.
LOCATION
Ambatalafia, Mahajanga Province, Madagascar
SIZE
6" wide
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ITEM
#140436
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