Mobula mobular, devilfish
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Mobula mobular, devilfish
Ff. 250. 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 Adventure Batoidea Captain Cook Captain James Cook Chondrichthyes Cook Devil Discovery Elasmobranch Elasmobranchii Exploration Fishes Forster Johann George Adam Johann George Adam Forster Devil Fish Devil Ray Devilfish Eagle Ray Giant Devil Ray
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This stunning watercolor painting depicts the Mobula mobular, commonly known as the devilfish or the devil ray, created by the naturalist Johann George Adam Forster during Captain James Cook's second voyage to explore the southern continent between 1772 and 1775. Forster, who accompanied Cook as a naturalist, meticulously documented the various flora and fauna they encountered during their expedition. The Mobula mobular is a large elasmobranchii, or cartilaginous fish, belonging to the order Batoidea, which includes stingrays and their relatives. With its distinctive large pectoral fins and long, broad tail, this devilfish is an impressive sight underwater. Its large, round eyes are positioned towards the front of its body, providing it with excellent vision and allowing it to detect prey from a distance. This devilfish, also known as the giant devil ray or the ocean devil, can grow up to 12 feet (3.7 meters) wide and weigh up to 1,100 pounds (500 kilograms). It is found in warm waters around the world, and feeds primarily on cephalopods, crustaceans, and small fish. Forster's beautiful watercolor illustration captures the devilfish's unique features and provides a glimpse into the natural world that Cook's expedition discovered during their groundbreaking voyage. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring the devilfish to life, offering a window into the wonders of the ocean during the 18th century. This painting is a testament to the spirit of adventure and discovery that characterized Cook's voyages, and serves as a reminder of the importance of documenting and preserving the natural world for future generations.
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