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Puffinus griseus, sooty shearwater
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Puffinus griseus, sooty shearwater
Ff. 94 Watercolour painting by George Forster (1773) annotated procell fuliginosa 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 Exploration Forster Johann George Adam Johann George Adam Forster Procellariidae Procellariiformes Sauropsid Sauropsida Second Sooty Tubenose Voyage Puffinus Shearwater Sooty Shearwater
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This stunning watercolor painting depicts the Sooty Shearwater, Puffinus griseus, created by renowned naturalist George Forster during Captain James Cook's second voyage of exploration to the southern continent between 1772 and 1775. Forster, the son of the expedition's official naturalist Johann Georg Adam Forster, meticulously captured the intricate details of this tubenose bird, which is a member of the Procellariidae family and the Procellariiformes order. Forster annotated the painting with the scientific name procellarina fuliginosa, which is now recognized as Puffinus griseus. During this historic voyage, Cook and his crew sailed through uncharted waters in search of new discoveries and knowledge. Forster's illustrations, including this one, were instrumental in documenting the diverse array of flora and fauna they encountered. The Sooty Shearwater, with its dark plumage and distinctive bill, is a common seabird found in the Southern Hemisphere's temperate and subantarctic waters. This watercolor painting, created in the late 18th century, is a testament to the spirit of adventure and exploration that characterized the Age of Discovery. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring the Sooty Shearwater to life, providing a glimpse into the natural world as it was observed over 250 years ago. The painting is a valuable historical record and a beautiful work of art, showcasing the talent and dedication of George Forster and the importance of scientific documentation during early exploration expeditions.
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