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Gazza minuta, toothpony
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Gazza minuta, toothpony
Ff. 191. Pencil sketch by George Forster made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)
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1754 1794 18th Century Actinopterygii Adventure Bony Fish Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cook Discovery Exploration Fishes Forster Johann George Adam Johann George Adam Forster Osteichthyes Pencil Perciform Perciformes Ray Finned Fish Gazza Ponyfish
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This pencil sketch by George Forster, titled "Gazza minuta," depicts the Toothpony or Gazza minuta, a small bony fish belonging to the Leiognathidae family, during Captain James Cook's second voyage to explore the southern continent between 1772 and 1775. Forster, who served as the expedition's naturalist, meticulously documented various species encountered during the journey, including this intriguing little fish. The Toothpony, also known as the Ponyfish, is a member of the Actinopterygii class, characterized by their ray-finned bodies, and the Perciformes order, which includes perch-like fish. With its vibrant colors and distinctive features, Forster's illustration offers a fascinating glimpse into the diverse marine life discovered during the 18th-century exploration. Captain James Cook, an intrepid British explorer, led the expedition aboard the HMS Resolution and HMS Discovery, aiming to chart the uncharted southern lands. Cook's voyages significantly expanded the world's knowledge of the Pacific Ocean and its surrounding territories, making him a legendary figure in the history of maritime exploration. This beautiful pencil drawing by Johann Georg Adam Forster, the son of George Forster, is a testament to the spirit of adventure and discovery that characterized the 18th century. The delicate lines and attention to detail showcase Forster's exceptional artistic skills and his dedication to documenting the natural world. The Gazza minuta may be a small fish, but its inclusion in Forster's collection of illustrations adds an essential piece to the rich tapestry of knowledge gained during one of history's most influential expeditions.
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