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Aythya novaeseelandiae, New Zealand scaup
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Aythya novaeseelandiae, New Zealand scaup
Ff. 79. Watercolour painting by George Forster (1773) annotated Anas atricilla and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)
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1754 1794 18th Century Adventure Anatidae Anseriformes Australasia Aythya Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cook Discovery Duck Exploration Feet Forster Fowl Johann George Adam Johann George Adam Forster New Zealand Sauropsid Sauropsida Scaup
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This stunning watercolor painting depicts Aythya novaeseelandiae, also known as the New Zealand scaup, a native duck species of New Zealand and Australia. The artwork was created during Captain James Cook's second voyage to explore the southern continent between 1772 and 1775. The painting was produced by renowned naturalist George Forster (1754-1794), who accompanied Cook on his expedition as a naturalist and artist. Forster meticulously painted this specimen, capturing every detail of the bird's intricate plumage and distinctive features. Forster labeled the painting as Anas atricilla, which was the scientific name for the New Zealand scaup at the time. The painting shows the duck in a relaxed position, with its feet tucked neatly under its body. The New Zealand scaup is a member of the Anatidae family, which includes ducks, geese, and swans. It is also part of the larger group of birds known as Sauropsida, which includes reptiles and birds. This painting is an important historical record of the natural world discovered during Cook's voyages. Cook's expeditions played a significant role in the European exploration and discovery of the Pacific and Southern Oceans, and Forster's illustrations were instrumental in documenting the new species encountered during these voyages. This watercolor painting by Forster is a testament to the spirit of adventure and discovery that characterized the 18th century, and remains a valuable resource for ornithologists and historians today.
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