Captain James Cook Collection (page 9)

Chaetodon citrinellus, citron butterflyfish
Ff. 24a Vol 2. Watercolour painting by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage to explore the southern continent 1768-1771

Francolinus capensis, Cape francolin

Thalassoma quinquevittata, fivestripe wrasse
Ff. 48 Vol 2. Watercolour painting by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage to explore the southern continent 1768-1771

Scorpaena porcus, black scorpionfish
Ff. 15 Vol 2. Watercolour painting by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage to explore the southern continent 1768-1771

Apterichtus caecus, European finless eel
Ff. 173. Watercolour painting by George Forster annotated muraena caeca and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Andamia amphibius, suckerlip blenny
Ff. 183. Pencil sketch by George Forster made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Collection of sea creatures
Plate from a collection of watercolour sketches by William W. Ellis (?-1785) made on Captain James Cooks third voyage to explore the south (1776-1780)

Phalaropus lobatus, red-necked phalarope
Ff. 63, watercolour by William Ellis from a collection of sketches of Mammals, Birds and Fish made on Captian James Cooks third voyage (1776-1780)

Helichrysum bracteatum, strawflower
Finished watercolour by Fred Polydore Nodder from an original outine drawing by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771

Odax pullus, greenbone
Ff. 202. Pencil sketch by George Forster made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Melichthys vidua, pinktail triggerfish

Cephalopholis urodeta, flagtailed rockcod
Ff. 217. Watercolour painting by George Forster made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Caranx hippos, Crevalle jack
Ff. 221. Pencil sketch by George Forster made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

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)

Hemiphaga novaeseelandiae, New Zealand pigeon
Ff. 137. Watercolour painting by George Forster (1773) annotated Columba argetraea and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Plectorhynchus picus, Oriental sweetlips
Ff. 73 Vol 2. Unfinished watercolour painting by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage to explore the southern continent 1768-1771

Prosobonia leucoptera, Tahiti sandpiper

Exocoetus volitans, tropical two-winged flyingfish
Ff. 240. Watercolour painting by George Forster made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Gallicolumba erythroptera, Polynesian ground dove
Ff. 136. Watercolour painting by George Forster annotated Columba leucophrys and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Genyagnus monopterygius, spotted stargazer
Ff. 176. Pencil sketch by George Forster made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Ducula pacifica, Pacific imperial pigeon
Ff. 139. Watercolour painting by George Forster annotated Columba globicera and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Ff. 222 sketch by George Forster
Ff. 222. Pencil sketch by George Forster made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75). Annotated Pseudocaranx dentex

Atherinomorus lacunosus, hardyhead silverside
Ff. 51. Watercolour painting by George Forster annotated Psittacus cinereocephalus made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Tacca leontopetaloides, Indian arrowroot
Finished watercolour by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771. Illustration annotated Chaitaea tacca

Eudyptes chrysocome, rockhopper penguin
Ff. 45, watercolour by William Ellis from a collection of sketches of Mammals, Birds and Fish made on Captian James Cooks third voyage (1776-1780)

Arothron hispidus, stars and stripes toadfish
Ff. 245. Watercolour painting by George Forster made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Nemadactylus macropterus, tarakihi
Ff. 206. Watercolour painting by George Forster made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Pavonia papilionacea
Finished watercolour by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771. Illustration annotated Hibiscus papilionaceus

Collospermum hastatum, perching lily
Finished watercolour by Fred Polydore Nodder from an original outline drawing by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771

Deplanchea tetraphylla, golden bouquet tree
Finished watercolour by Fred Polydore Nodder from an original outine drawing by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771

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

Albula vulpes, bonefish
Ff. 234. Pencil sketch by George Forster made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Luffa cylindrica var. leiocarpa, gourd
Finished watercolour by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771. Illustration annotated Cucurbita multiflora

Finschia novaeseelandiae, pipipi
Ff. 164. Watercolour painting by George Forster (1773) annotated Motacilla citrinella and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Celmisia gracilenta, dainty daisy
Finished watercolour by Fred Polydore Nodder from an original outline drawing by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771

Leptailurus serval, serval
Ff. 5. Felis capensis. Painting by George Forster (1754-1794), made during Captain Cooks second voyage of discovery, 1772-1775

Forsterygion varium, variable triplefin
Ff. 185. Watercolour painting by George Forster made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Pseudopanax arboreus, five finger
Finished watercolour by Fred Polydore Nodder from an original outline drawing by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771

Euplectes orix, southern red bishop
Ff. 152. Watercolour painting by George Forster annotated Loxia orix and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Aphrastura spinicauda, thorn-tailed rayadito
Ff. 161. Watercolour painting by George Forster annotated Motacilla seticulada and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Dendrobium involutum, ladder orchid
Finished watercolour by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771. Illustration annotated Epidendrum myrtifolium

Drepanis pacifica, Hawaii mamo
Ff. 27, watercolour by William Ellis from a collection of sketches of Mammals, Birds and Fish made on Captian James Cooks third voyage (1776-1780)

Latris lineata, striped trumpeter
Ff. 204. Watercolour painting by George Forster made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Metrosideros collina, metrosideros springfire
Finished watercolour by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771. Illustration annotated Metrosideros spectabilis

Phalacrocorax magellanicus, rock shag
Ff. 105. Watercolour painting by George Forster annotated Pelecanus magellanicus and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

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"Captain James Cook: A Legacy of Exploration, Tragedy, and Botanical Discoveries" Captain James Cook was a renowned British explorer whose voyages in the 18th century left an indelible mark on history. From his encounters with new cultures to his botanical discoveries, Captain Cook's expeditions were filled with triumphs and tragedies. In 1779, tragedy struck as Captain Cook met his untimely demise at the hands of Hawaiian natives. This unfortunate event serves as a reminder of the dangers explorers faced during their quests for knowledge and discovery. Amidst these challenges, Captain Cook also made significant contributions to botany. He encountered various plant species during his journeys, including the striking Banksia integrifolia or coastal banksia known for its unique flower spikes. The Tahitian gardenia (Gardenia taitensis) and prickly acacia tree (Acacia nilotica) were among other fascinating plants he discovered along the way. The narrow-leaved ironbark tree (Eucalyptus crebra) and Christmas tree (Metrosideros excelsa) are two more flora that caught Captain Cook's attention during his exploration. His keen interest in documenting new species expanded our understanding of the natural world. Notable moments in Captain Cook's career include taking possession of New South Wales in the name of the British Crown in 1770. This act laid foundations for future colonization efforts by European powers in Australia. While exploring diverse ecosystems, Captain Cook also encountered intriguing wildlife such as the striated caracara (Phalcoboenus australis), which fascinated him with its distinctive appearance. Additionally, he came across iconic Australian fauna like old man banksia (Banksia serrata), adding to our knowledge about biodiversity. Despite facing hardships throughout his expeditions, Captain James Cook remains an influential figure who shaped our understanding of geography, culture, and the natural world.