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Arnoglossus scapha
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Arnoglossus scapha
Ff. 193. 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 Flat Flatfish Flounder Forster Johann George Adam Johann George Adam Forster Bothidae
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This stunning watercolor painting, titled "Arnoglossus scapha" or the Left-eye Flounder, is a captivating illustration created by George Forster during Captain James Cook's second voyage of exploration to the southern continent between 1772 and 1775. The painting, now housed in the Natural History Museum in London, is part of the extensive collection of natural history specimens and illustrations gathered during this groundbreaking expedition. Forster, a naturalist on board the HMS Resolution, meticulously captured the intricate details of this flatfish species, which is native to the North and Baltic Seas. The artist's skillful use of watercolor brings the fish's unique features to life, from its flat, disc-shaped body to its distinctive large eye on the left side of its head. This adaptation, known as "lateralization," allows the flounder to blend in with the seabed and ambush its prey. The painting is a testament to the spirit of discovery and exploration that characterized the 18th century, as European powers raced to expand their knowledge of the natural world. Cook's voyages, in particular, were instrumental in advancing scientific understanding of the Pacific Ocean and its inhabitants. This exquisite illustration, created by Forster and Johann Georg Adam Forster, is a valuable addition to the rich legacy of natural history art and serves as a reminder of the remarkable achievements of early explorers and naturalists.
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