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Nemadactylus macropterus, tarakihi
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Nemadactylus macropterus, tarakihi
Ff. 206. Watercolour painting 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 Forked Forster Johann George Adam Johann George Adam Forster Osteichthyes Perciform Perciformes
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This stunning watercolor painting depicts Nemadactylus macropterus, also known as the tarakihi or jackass morwong, a prominent bony fish species native to the southern hemisphere. The illustration was created by the renowned naturalist Johann Georg Adam Forster during Captain James Cook's second voyage to explore the southern continent between 1772 and 1775. Forster, who accompanied Cook as a naturalist and artist, meticulously documented the diverse flora and fauna they encountered during their expedition. The tarakihi is a member of the Cheilodactylidae family, which falls under the order Perciformes and class Actinopterygii. This fish is easily recognizable by its elongated, forked tail fin and its distinctive, mottled coloration. The tarakihi is a valuable food source for many coastal communities in New Zealand and Australia, and is commonly referred to as a morwong or a one-eyed jack. This beautiful watercolor painting, which measures approximately 18 x 24 cm, was created by Forster using traditional watercolor techniques on paper. It is a testament to the spirit of adventure and discovery that characterized the 18th century, a time when European explorers set out to chart the unknown waters of the world. The painting is a valuable historical record of the natural world and a testament to the skill and artistry of its creator, Johann Georg Adam Forster. This particular painting is part of a larger collection of watercolors and drawings created by Forster during Cook's second voyage, which are now housed in various museums and libraries around the world. It is a reminder of the important role that natural history illustrations play in documenting and preserving the natural world for future generations.
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