The spotted handfish
(Brachionichthys hirsutus) is a rare Australian fish from the family
Brachionichthyidae. It is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red
List 2002. It is a benthic fish usually found at depths of 5 to 10 m, with
overall sightings varying from a minimum of 2 to a maximum of 30 m deep. The
spotted handfish is unusual in that it has highly adapted pectoral fins, which
appear like hands (hence the name) and allow it to walk on the sea floor. It
has a highly restricted range, being found only in the estuary of Derwent
River, Tasmania, and nearby areas.
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Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spotted_handfish
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