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Have you ever seen a fish that could do a handstand? This is the story of a quirky and primitive little fish that is famous for two things: walking on its ‘hands’ (pectoral fins), and being the first marine fish anywhere in the word to be listed on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. The Spotted Handfish has survived since the time of the dinosaurs – until now. Invasive seastars, pollution and climate change mean that this unique Australian is in real trouble – raise your hand if you want to know more!

Hold On! Saving the Spotted Handfish is perfect for primary aged readers. Teachers notes can be downloaded for free from the CSIRO Publishing website.

  • Marine environment story, narrated by a handfish.
  • Showcases handfish biology and ecology, in addition to threats and their conservation plight, and importantly, how science is stepping in to save the day.
  • Includes Fact File section and a glossary.

Hold On!: Saving the Spotted Handfish

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Hardback by Gina M. Newton , Rachel Tribout

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    Publisher: CSIRO Publishing
    Publication Date: 01/10/2020
    ISBN13: 9781486311842, 978-1486311842
    ISBN10: 1486311849

    Number of Pages: 32

    Children & Teen , Children's Non-Fiction

    Description

    Have you ever seen a fish that could do a handstand? This is the story of a quirky and primitive little fish that is famous for two things: walking on its ‘hands’ (pectoral fins), and being the first marine fish anywhere in the word to be listed on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. The Spotted Handfish has survived since the time of the dinosaurs – until now. Invasive seastars, pollution and climate change mean that this unique Australian is in real trouble – raise your hand if you want to know more!

    Hold On! Saving the Spotted Handfish is perfect for primary aged readers. Teachers notes can be downloaded for free from the CSIRO Publishing website.

    • Marine environment story, narrated by a handfish.
    • Showcases handfish biology and ecology, in addition to threats and their conservation plight, and importantly, how science is stepping in to save the day.
    • Includes Fact File section and a glossary.

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