Argonauta Argo

Meaning

A species of pelagic octopus known for the female's ability to secrete a thin, calcified egg case that resembles a nautilus shell.

Examples

• The argonauta argo is unique because it uses its specialized arms to hold onto its protective egg case.
• Unlike true nautiluses, the argonauta argo does not use its shell for buoyancy, but rather as a brood chamber.