Have you noticed more of these delicate, spiraled “shells” washing up along southern Tassie’s coastline lately? 👀 You’re not alone – there’s been a spike in sightings of the Greater Argonaut, also known as a Paper Nautilus (Argonauta argo) around Tasmania, and we are seeing more sightings logged to Redmap! 🐙🌊

But here’s the twist: these aren’t shells in the traditional sense – they’re paper-thin egg cases made by a remarkable female octopus who rides the currents of the open ocean.
These animals usually live far from shore, so it’s always exciting when they show up in coastal waters 🌊 Read five incredible facts about paper nautili here!

Listen to Redmap's Dr Barrett Wolfe's ABC Hobart Radio interview with Joel Rheinberger where he discusses all things paper nautili! 

Hav you spotted a Paper Nautilus recently? Or maybe you’ve seen their shells washed up on the beach?We want to know! 📍

📲 Upload your sightings to Redmap Australia – every observation helps scientists track where marine species are turning up and become part of a growing community of ocean observers helping track changes in marine life 🌊🔍