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Erythrura psittacea, red-throated parrotfinch
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Erythrura psittacea, red-throated parrotfinch
Ff. 153. Watercolour painting by George Forster annotated Loxia pulchella and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)
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1754 1794 18th Century Adventure Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cook Discovery Estrildidae Exploration Forster Johann George Adam Johann George Adam Forster Passeriformes Passerine Perched Perching Sauropsida
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This stunning watercolor painting depicts the vibrant and captivating Erythrura psittacea, or the red-throated parrotfinch, as observed during Captain James Cook's second voyage of exploration to the southern continent between 1772 and 1775. The painting, created by the renowned naturalist George Forster, is annotated with the incorrect scientific name Loxia pulchella. Forster, a German naturalist and companion of Cook on his voyage, meticulously documented the diverse flora and fauna they encountered during their travels. This illustration, a testament to the beauty and intrigue of the natural world, showcases the parrotfinch's bold red throat and green plumage as the bird perches gracefully on a branch. The painting, created during the 18th century, is a remarkable example of the detailed and accurate observations made during the age of discovery and exploration. This work of art, produced by Johann Georg Adam Forster, provides a glimpse into the natural history of the past and the spirit of adventure that drove the intrepid explorers of the 18th century.
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