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Naucrates ductor, pilotfish
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Naucrates ductor, pilotfish
Ff. 86 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 Carangidae Cook Discovery Exploration Fishes Osteichthyes Perciform Perciformes Ray Finned Fish Stripe Striped Naucrates Naucrates Ductor Pilot Fish Pilotfish
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This stunning watercolor painting, titled "Naucrates ductor," depicts a pilotfish (Ff. 86 Vol 2) swimming gracefully in the crystal-clear waters of the southern hemisphere during Captain James Cook's historic first voyage of exploration to the Antarctic region from 1768 to 1771. The artist, Sydney Parkinson, meticulously captured the intricate details of this vibrant, silver-blue striped fish, a member of the Carangidae family, which is commonly known as the pilotfish or the toadfish. The pilotfish is a small, bony fish belonging to the Actinopterygii class, characterized by its ray-finned body and the Perciformes order, which includes perch-like fish. This particular species is a companion fish, often found swimming in the vicinity of larger marine animals, such as sharks or stingrays, for protection. The painting, created during the 18th century, is a testament to the spirit of adventure and discovery that characterized Cook's expedition. As one of the most significant explorers in history, Cook's voyages expanded the world's knowledge of the Pacific Ocean and the southern continents. The pilotfish, with its distinctive stripes and captivating appearance, adds to the richness and diversity of the marine life depicted in Parkinson's illustrations. This painting is a valuable historical record, offering a glimpse into the natural world as it was observed during Cook's groundbreaking journey.
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