Pieter Nuyts was a Dutch explorer born in the late 16th century, known for his voyages in the southern seas. He is most famous for his expedition to the southern coast of Australia in 1627, where he mapped parts of the coastline and contributed to European knowledge of the region. Nuyts served as the captain of the ship Gulden Zeepaert during this journey. During his exploration, Nuyts and his crew encountered various landscapes and wildlife, documenting their findings. His work laid the groundwork for future explorations and helped to establish Dutch interests in the Indies. Nuyts' contributions are recognized in the naming of Nuyts Archipelago in South Australia.