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Centropyge bispinosus, coral beauty angel
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Centropyge bispinosus, coral beauty angel
Ff. 117 Vol 2. Watercolour painting by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage to explore the southern continent 1768-1771
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18th Century Actinopterygii Adventure Angel Angelfish Anthozoa Anthozoan Bony Fish Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cnidaria Cnidarian Coelenterata Coelenterate Cook Coral Discovery Exploration Angel Fish Centropyge
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This exquisite watercolor painting depicts the Centropyge bispinosus, commonly known as the Coral Beauty Angel, captured during the historic first voyage of Captain James Cook to explore the southern continent from 1768 to 1771. Painted by Sydney Parkinson, this masterpiece is a testament to the wonders of the natural world that were discovered during this groundbreaking expedition. The Coral Beauty Angel, with its vibrant colors and intricate patterns, is a striking example of the diverse marine life that inhabits the coral reefs of the Indo-Pacific region. This bony fish, belonging to the family Pomacanthidae and the order Perciformes, is characterized by its distinctive black and white stripes, yellow tail, and orange spots. During Cook's voyage, the crew of the HMS Endeavour encountered numerous new species of animals, including various types of fish, corals, and other marine organisms. This painting, along with other natural history illustrations produced during the expedition, provided valuable documentation of these discoveries and contributed significantly to the scientific knowledge of the time. The Coral Beauty Angel is a member of the Anthozoa class, which includes both corals and anthozoan animals such as sea anemones and jellyfish. This class is further divided into the subclasses Coelenterata and Actinopterygii, with the former including jellyfish and the latter including bony fish. The Centropyge bispinosus is a small angelfish, growing up to 12 centimeters in length, and is a popular aquarium fish due to its striking appearance and relatively easy care requirements. This painting not only showcases the beauty and diversity of the marine life discovered during Cook's expedition, but also serves as a reminder of the importance of exploration and scientific discovery in expanding our understanding of the natural world.
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