Contribution to the Natural History of the Pearly Nautilus (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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A detailed field study of the pearly Nautilus

Discover the life of Nautilus pompilius from egg to adult through meticulous field discovery and anatomical study. This edition offers a clear look at how life unfolds in this living fossil, with practical observations from field work in the Eastern Archipelago.

This book blends travel narrative with scientific anatomy, presenting the author’s firsthand experiences in New Britain and his careful examination of the mollusk’s tissues, siphuncle, and pallial vessels. It also situates Nautilus within broader evolutionary context, highlighting its status as a relic of pre-tertiary life.

• Learn how researchers observe development from eggs to hatchlings and mature individuals
• Explore the anatomy of the siphuncle, pallial system, and related circulatory structures
• See how field work supports anatomical conclusions and the study of Nautilus in its natural habitat
• Understand the historical significance of Nautilus as a living fossil and its research history

Ideal for readers with an interest in natural history, marine biology, and the anatomy of cephalopods, this edition invites both curiosity and careful study of a remarkable mollusk.

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