Nautilus Shell

The nautilus is listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act. The chambered nautilus (Nautilus pompilius) is a large, mobile cephalopod. They are called "living fossils" and have been around for about 500 million years. They were here before dinosaurs. Nautilus shell By Michelle Morris 29/08/2023 The nautilus shell Is mathematical perfection The golden ratio In constant action For Nature is perfect In her wild and cyclical ways Timing things in sync To support all species on our planet Conservation of our oceans Can make a lasting difference If we'd only use our resources To save ocean life from extinction For the magic and miracles That abounds in Nature Is being decimated too quickly For us to experience them in person The nautilus shell Remains mathematical perfection May the Big Blue survive and thrive Beyond all human interaction © Michelle Morris, 2023