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Endoceras cancellatum, nautiloid
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Endoceras cancellatum, nautiloid
A long-shelled fossil invertebrate from the class Cephalopoda belonging in the phylum Mollusca (molluscs). Photographed by Beatriz Aguirre-Urreta. Specimen held at the Natural History Museum, London
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This image showcases the beautifully preserved fossil of an Endoceras cancellatum, a nautiloid cephalopod from the class Cephalopoda and the phylum Mollusca. The elongated, orthoconic shell of this ancient marine dweller is a testament to the intricate and complex structures produced by molluscs during their time in the ocean. Photographed by Beatriz Aguirre-Urreta, this fossil specimen is currently held at the esteemed Natural History Museum in London. The intricate spiral patterns and delicate ridges that adorn the surface of the shell are a result of the nautiloid's growth process, with each chamber adding a new layer as the animal grew. The Endoceras lived during the Early Devonian period, around 400 million years ago, making this fossil a precious reminder of the rich marine history that existed long before our time. The fossil's two distinct chambers, separated by a thin septum, are a common feature of nautiloids, allowing them to control their buoyancy and maintain a stable position in the water column. The exquisite detail and clarity of the fossil in this photograph are a testament to the skill and expertise of Beatriz Aguirre-Urreta as a photographer, as well as the exceptional preservation of the specimen at the Natural History Museum. This image not only showcases the beauty and intrigue of the natural world but also serves as a reminder of the vast expanse of time and the incredible creatures that have inhabited our planet throughout history.
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