Plectorhynchus picus, Oriental sweetlips

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Plectorhynchus picus, Oriental sweetlips

Ff. 73 Vol 2. Unfinished watercolour painting by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage to explore the southern continent 1768-1771

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18th Century Actinopterygii Adventure Bony Fish Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cook Discovery Dorsal Exploration Fishes Grunt Osteichthyes Perciform Perciformes Haemulidae Plectorhinchus

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This unfinished watercolour painting, titled "Plectorhynchus Picus, or Oriental Sweetlips," is an exquisite 18th-century illustration by Sydney Parkinson during Captain James Cook's first voyage to explore the southern continent from 1768 to 1771. The painting depicts a solitary, vibrant Plectorhynchus Picus, a species of sweetlips fish native to the Indo-Pacific region. The Oriental Sweetlips, also known as the One-spot Sweetlips or the Brown-spotted Sweetlips, is a popular target for recreational fishermen due to its delicious taste and attractive appearance. This bony fish belongs to the Haemulidae family, which is part of the larger order Perciformes, and the class Actinopterygii, which includes ray-finned fishes. The fish in this painting is shown in its natural habitat, with its dorsal fin partially extended, displaying a beautiful blue hue. Its body is adorned with intricate brown and green patterns, making it an exquisite example of the diverse marine life that Cook and his crew encountered during their groundbreaking expedition. The painting's creator, Sydney Parkinson, was a Scottish artist and naturalist who accompanied Cook on his first voyage. Parkinson's illustrations were crucial in documenting the new discoveries and expanding the scientific knowledge of the natural world during this era of exploration and discovery. This unfinished watercolour painting not only showcases the beauty and diversity of the Oriental Sweetlips but also serves as a testament to the spirit of adventure and exploration that characterized the 18th century. The painting's raw, unfinished quality adds to its charm and authenticity, making it a captivating piece of historical art and marine biology.

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