Fossil Fish Found Alive Discovering the Coelacanth |
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| Author:
| Walker, Sally M. |
| Series title: | Photo Bks. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-57505-536-7 |
| Publication Date: | Apr 2002 |
| Publisher: | Lerner Publishing Group
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| Imprint: | Carolrhoda Books |
| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | AUD $27.99 |
Book Description:
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Seventy million years after the extinction of the,dinosaurs, a bizarre blue fish is captured. The,coelacanth, over 360 million years old, with spiny,scales, rounded fins and an extended tail, is,thought to be one of the original links between,sea-dwelling and land-dwelling life. From,underwater quests for hidden populations to the,dissection of the coelacanth's unique organs, this,gripping scientific drama brings to life the,thrill of discovery. Featured on The Missing Linka BBC2...
More DescriptionSeventy million years after the extinction of the,dinosaurs, a bizarre blue fish is captured. The,coelacanth, over 360 million years old, with spiny,scales, rounded fins and an extended tail, is,thought to be one of the original links between,sea-dwelling and land-dwelling life. From,underwater quests for hidden populations to the,dissection of the coelacanth's unique organs, this,gripping scientific drama brings to life the,thrill of discovery. Featured on The Missing Linka BBC2 documentary that aired in 2001. Illustrated,with b/w and colour photos and maps. Ages 9-12.