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Sagittarius serpentarius, secretary bird
Ff. 32. Watercolour painting by George Forster annotated Falco sagittarius, serpantarius and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)
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1754 1794 18th Century Accipitriformes Adventure Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cook Crest Discovery Exploration Forster Johann George Adam Johann George Adam Forster Prey Sagittarius Sauropsid Sauropsida Second Sagittarius Serpentarius Secretarybird
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 7.6cm x 5.2cm (3" x 2")
Estimated Product Size is 10cm x 10cm (3.9" x 3.9")
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning watercolor painting, titled "Ff. 32. Falco sagittarius, serpentarius," was created by the renowned naturalist George Forster during Captain James Cook's second voyage to explore the southern continent between 1772 and 1775. Forster meticulously captured the intricate details of the Secretary Bird, Sagittarius serpentarius, in this beautiful illustration. The Secretary Bird, a unique bird native to Africa, is identified by its long, secretory-like plumes on its thighs and its distinctive red legs and crest. Forster's annotation, "Falco sagittarius, serpentarius," accurately identifies the bird as a member of the bird family Accipitriformes, specifically the Sagittariidae family, and the genus Sagittarius. This classification places the Secretary Bird within the larger group of birds of prey, which includes eagles, hawks, and vultures. During the 18th century, European explorers and naturalists were driven by a spirit of adventure and discovery, and the collection and documentation of new species was a significant aspect of these expeditions. Forster's illustration of the Secretary Bird is a testament to this period of exploration and the importance of accurately recording new discoveries in the natural world. The Secretary Bird is depicted in its hunting stance, with its sharp beak and long, curved talons poised to strike its prey. This illustration provides a fascinating glimpse into the anatomy and behavior of this remarkable bird, which is well-adapted to hunting snakes and other small prey in its African habitat. This exquisite watercolor painting was created by Johann Georg Adam Forster, who accompanied his father, Georg Forster, on Captain Cook's voyage. The father-son team made significant contributions to the scientific understanding of the natural world during this period of exploration, and their work continues to be celebrated for its accuracy and beauty.
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