The Chambered Nautilus, sometimes referred to as a living fossil, has
remained relatively unchanged for over 400 million years. Most people
recognize it for its shell which captivates with its geometric and
jewel-like beauty. Its appeal has been driving this previously abundant
species toward extinction through over-harvesting for jewelry
production. It is easy to want one of these mysterious and mesmerizing
treasures for oneself, especially when the true cost to the species is
not realized or advertised by the trinket producers. I hope that others
are inspired like me to only take inspiration from the living Nautilus
and to leave them in the deep, dark ocean where they can thrive for
millions of years to come.
The Nautilus Shell will be on display for the Annual Alamosa Artscape Outdoor Art Exhibit starting in the middle of September 2022 till September 2023 https://cityofalamosa.org/public-art/publicart-main/
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