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Phalcrocorax carunculatus, rough-faced shag
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Phalcrocorax carunculatus, rough-faced shag
Ff. 104. Watercolour painting by George Forster (1773) annotated Pelecanus carunculatus 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 Cook Discovery Exploration Faced Feet Forster Johann George Adam Johann George Adam Forster Locomotion Phalacrocoracidae Phalacrocorax King Shag
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This stunning watercolor painting depicts Phalacrocorax carunculatus, also known as the rough-faced shag or New Zealand king shag, created by the renowned 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, meticulously captured the intricate details of this long-legged, blue-black bird with its distinctive rough, red face and large, expressive eyes. Originally labeled as Pelecanus carunculatus in Forster's documentation, this avian species is now classified under the Phalacrocoracidae family. The painting, which showcases the bird in a naturalistic setting, provides an insight into the anatomy and locomotion of this fascinating creature. The rough-faced shag is native to New Zealand and its subantarctic islands and is well adapted to life in the water. With its long, webbed feet, it is an excellent swimmer and diver, feeding primarily on fish. This exquisite illustration, created in the 18th century, is a testament to the spirit of adventure and discovery that characterized the age of exploration. The detailed annotations and meticulous attention to detail demonstrate the dedication and passion of naturalists like Forster, who documented the natural world with great care and accuracy. This beautiful work of art remains an important historical record and a stunning example of the natural beauty that inspired generations of explorers and naturalists.
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