Manual of the New Zealand Mollusca

Manual of the New Zealand Mollusca, Wellington, N. Z, J. Mackay, Govt. Printer, 1913-1915 New Zealand, mollusks, Argonauta hians, Spirula spirula, Sepia apama, Taonidium suhmi, Polyphysa cambelli, NZ species, A detailed illustration featuring a range of marine creatures, including a large shellfish on the left, showcasing its elongated and curved shell. Adjacent to it, a slender, elongated mollusk is depicted, highlighting its streamlined form. The top right section features a small octopus, characterized by its prominent head and tentacles. Below, several other marine organisms are illustrated: one resembling a delicate cephalopod, another showcasing a bivalve shell with intricate patterns, and the last depicting a more complete cephalopod, emphasizing its unique body structure. The illustration is numbered for reference, providing a scientific representation of these diverse ocean dwellers. (Photo by: Sepia Times/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)