Marco Island Shell Club Cephalopods Seminar March 16, 2022

The Marco Island Shell Club will hold a seminar on Wednesday, March 16, at 3:30 PM in Rose Hall at the Marco Island Public Library.

Rebecca Mensch, Senior Marine Biologist at the Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum, will present a program about cephalopods. Most people, especially in Southwest Florida, are familiar with the fantastic shells (seashells) that are grown by animals called mollusks. Fewer people are familiar with cephalopods, another group of mollusks that mostly don’t have shells. Cephalopods include octopus, squid, cuttles, and nautilus. These amazing creatures can change color and texture, solve puzzles, recognize faces, and taste with their arms. Rebecca will discuss the diversity and adaptations of this incredible group of mollusks. This seminar is open to the public so bring your friends – light refreshments will be served! The Marco Island Public Library is located at 210 South Heathwood Drive, Marco Island.