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Aerodramus leucophaeus, Polynesian swiftlet
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Aerodramus leucophaeus, Polynesian swiftlet
Ff. 168. Watercolour painting by George Forster annotated Hirundo peruviana and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)
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1754 1794 18th Century Adventure Apodiformes Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cook Discovery Exploration Forster Johann George Adam Johann George Adam Forster Polynesian Sauropsid Sauropsida Second Swift Apodidae
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This stunning watercolor painting depicts Aerodramus leucophaeus, the Polynesian Swiftlet, created by the naturalist George Forster during Captain James Cook's second voyage of exploration to the southern continent between 1772 and 1775. Forster meticulously captured the intricate details of this agile and elusive bird, which is a member of the Apodidae family, also known as swifts. The Polynesian Swiftlet is native to the Pacific Islands and is characterized by its dark brown plumage, short, broad wings, and distinctive forked tail. Forster, who was the son of Johann Georg Adam Forster, a renowned naturalist and author, annotated the painting with the incorrect scientific name Hirundo peruviana. However, his observation and documentation of this bird were significant contributions to the scientific community during the 18th century. The painting is a testament to the spirit of adventure and discovery that characterized the Age of Exploration. The painting was created by George Forster during the second voyage of Captain James Cook, who is famous for his explorations of the Pacific Ocean and the discovery of New Zealand and Australia. Cook's voyages were instrumental in expanding European knowledge of the world and its diverse wildlife. This beautiful illustration is a reminder of the importance of exploration and documentation in advancing scientific knowledge and understanding of the natural world. It also serves as a visual record of the unique biodiversity of the Pacific Islands and the remarkable achievements of the intrepid explorers of the 18th century.
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