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Pseudophycis bacchus, red codling

Pseudophycis bacchus, red codling


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Pseudophycis bacchus, red codling

Ff. 180. 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 Forster Gadiform Gadiformes Johann George Adam Johann George Adam Forster Osteichthyes Codling


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This stunning watercolor painting, titled "Pseudophycis bacchus," depicts the Red Codling or Hoka, a species of fish belonging to the Moridae family, which was discovered during Captain James Cook's second voyage of exploration to the southern continent between 1772 and 1775. The painting was created by the renowned naturalist and artist, George Forster, during this historic expedition. The vibrant pink hue of the fish's body adds a pop of color to the intricately detailed illustration, showcasing the fish's anatomical features, including its single dorsal fin, large eyes, and distinctive mouth. Forster's illustration of the Red Codling is a testament to the spirit of adventure and discovery that characterized the 18th century, a time when Europeans were exploring new lands and documenting the natural world with great enthusiasm. Cook's voyages were particularly significant in expanding the world's knowledge of the Pacific Ocean and its inhabitants, including the diverse range of bony fish, or Actinopterygii, and cartilaginous fish, or Chondrichthyes. This watercolor painting, which is part of the extensive collection of Johann Georg Adam Forster, provides a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering insights into the natural history of the Red Codling and the scientific methods of the time. The meticulous attention to detail and the use of naturalistic colors make this illustration a valuable addition to any collection of marine life art or historical documents.

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