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Coracinia analis, New Caledonian cuckoo-shrike

Coracinia analis, New Caledonian cuckoo-shrike


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Coracinia analis, New Caledonian cuckoo-shrike

Ff. 53. Watercolour painting by George Forster annotated Corvus cinereus and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

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1754 1794 18th Century Adventure Campephagidae Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cook Cuckoo Cuculidae Cuculiformes Discovery Exploration Forster Johann George Adam Johann George Adam Forster Laniidae Cuckoo Shrike Cuckooshrike New Caledonia


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This exquisite watercolor painting, titled "Corvus cinereus" and created by the renowned naturalist George Forster during Captain James Cook's second voyage (1772-1775), showcases the captivating details of the Coracina analis, also known as the New Caledonian cuckoo-shrike. Forster's meticulous brushstrokes bring to life the intricacies of this enigmatic bird's grey plumage, piercing eye, and distinctive beak. Forster, a German naturalist and companion of Cook, documented numerous species of animals and birds during their groundbreaking expedition to explore the southern continent. This illustration, created between the years 1754 and 1794, is a testament to the remarkable discoveries made during this era of exploration and scientific discovery. The Coracina analis is a member of the cuckoo, shrike, and honeyeater family, which includes the cuculidae, laniidae, and campephagidae. This cuckoo-shrike is native to New Caledonia, an archipelago located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. The bird is known for its unique behavior of laying its eggs in the nests of other birds, a practice known as brood parasitism. This stunning watercolor painting, annotated by Forster, is a valuable historical record of the natural world and the spirit of adventure that drove explorers like Cook to discover new lands and document the wonders of nature. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring the Coracina analis to life, transporting us back to the 18th century and the spirit of exploration and discovery that defined that era.

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