Ram's horn shells by dide

Ram's horn shells

These shells were washed up on the beach and then covered in a smattering of black sand. Although they are called shells, they are actually from inside squid. They help the squid maintain neutral buoyancy at different depths. The shells are made up of small air filled compartments with tiny tube connectors. They are found mainly on the west coast of NZ.
Here's a link to further reading https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spirula
Wow how stunningly beautiful. Fantastic shapes and details. FAV!!
September 3rd, 2018  
They are amazing ..
September 3rd, 2018  
didnt know that
September 3rd, 2018  
@kali66 I've just added a link for more reading if you'd like.
September 3rd, 2018  
How very interesting. Thank you for the interesting story.
September 3rd, 2018  
Very interesting, love learning something new & a very nice capture
September 3rd, 2018  
What an interesting shot
September 3rd, 2018  
Thank you for sharing :)
September 3rd, 2018  
I didn't know that either. spent many hours collecting these as a kid. nice shot.
September 3rd, 2018  
Interesting shot and info !
September 3rd, 2018  
Wow, this is so interesting. Thankyou
September 3rd, 2018  
So interesting, I have learned something new on 365 today.
September 3rd, 2018  
Another lesson from 365 today. These are amazing. Their name threw me for a loop, as I had never seen ram horns like these.
September 3rd, 2018  
Very cool and interesting.
Your capture is marvelous - Well done!
September 3rd, 2018  
Very interesting. Thanks so much for the link. I've never known about these sea squids.
September 3rd, 2018  
An interesting find and capture
September 3rd, 2018  
all been said,interesting and unusual find.
September 3rd, 2018  
Wow these are very cool!
September 4th, 2018  
Fascinating nature lesson Dianne, thanks for sharing. Love the image too.
September 4th, 2018  
Very interesting, I learned something and next time I need to keep my eyes on them.
September 4th, 2018  
Very interesting & a great capture
September 4th, 2018  
Well spotted. Great shot.
September 5th, 2018  
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