Gallicolumba erythroptera, Polynesian ground dove
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Gallicolumba erythroptera, Polynesian ground dove
Ff. 136. Watercolour painting by George Forster annotated Columba leucophrys and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)
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1754 1794 18th Century Adventure Captain Cook Captain James Cook Columbidae Columbiformes Cook Discovery Dove Endangered Exploration Forster Johann George Adam Johann George Adam Forster Polynesian Sauropsida Gallicolumba
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This exquisite watercolor painting depicts the Polynesian Ground Dove, Gallicolumba erythroptera, which was meticulously rendered by the naturalist George Forster during Captain James Cook's second voyage of exploration to the southern continent between 1772 and 1775. Forster, who was accompanied by his father Johann Georg Adam Forster, documented the natural history of the diverse flora and fauna they encountered during their travels. This particular painting, annotated as Columba leucophrys, is now recognized as an accurate representation of the Polynesian Ground Dove, a member of the Columbidae family. The Polynesian Ground Dove is native to the Pacific Islands and is known for its distinctive red legs and feet, which contrast sharply with its otherwise cryptic, reddish-brown plumage. This ground-dwelling bird is a ground-forager and is endemic to the islands of the Pacific, making it an important part of the region's unique avian fauna. The painting showcases the intricate details of the bird's anatomy, from its beak and feathers to its legs and feet. The artist's skillful use of color and shading brings the bird to life, transporting us back to the 18th century and the spirit of adventure and discovery that characterized Cook's expeditions. Johann Georg Adam Forster's watercolors, which include over 500 illustrations, are considered some of the most important records of the natural history of the Pacific Islands during this period. This painting, in particular, is a testament to the remarkable observations made during Cook's voyages and the enduring legacy of these explorations in the fields of natural history and ornithology.
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