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Pseudolabrus miles, scarlet wrasse
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Pseudolabrus miles, scarlet wrasse
Ff. 38 Vol 2. 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 Exploration Fishes Labridae Osteichthyes Perciform Perciformes Ray Finned Fish Scarlet Sydney Parkinson Soldier Fish
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This stunning watercolor painting depicts the Scarlet Wrasse, Pseudolabrus miles, a vibrant and intriguing fish species discovered during Captain James Cook's historic first voyage to explore the southern continent from 1768 to 1771. The painting, created by the skilled hand of Sydney Parkinson, captures the fish's bold red coloration and distinctive fin shapes with remarkable accuracy. During this groundbreaking expedition, Cook and his crew sailed the HMS Endeavour through uncharted waters, making significant discoveries and documenting new species and landscapes. Parkinson, as the expedition's artist, was tasked with recording the natural history of the new lands and their inhabitants, including the diverse marine life. The Scarlet Wrasse, also known as the Scarlet Soldierfish or Red Wrasse, is a bony fish belonging to the Perciformes order and the Labridae family. It is native to the Indian and Pacific Oceans and is characterized by its elongated body, large pectoral and dorsal fins, and its vivid red coloration. This exquisite watercolor painting is a testament to the rich discoveries made during Cook's voyage and the remarkable talent of Sydney Parkinson. It offers a glimpse into the wonders of the natural world that were uncovered during this pivotal moment in exploration history.
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