'You throw your hands up in horror': Lack of action on recovery plans leaves Tasmanian animals at risk, inquiry hears

Adam Holmes
Updated February 8 2019 - 11:38am, first published February 7 2019 - 4:30pm
An estimated 70 to 80 red handfish remain in the wild, including juveniles. Picture: Rick Stuart-Smith
An estimated 70 to 80 red handfish remain in the wild, including juveniles. Picture: Rick Stuart-Smith

A CO-ORDINATED approach involving all levels of government is needed to ensure native Tasmanian species do not face the imminent risk of extinction, a Senate inquiry has heard this week.

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Adam Holmes

Adam Holmes

Journalist at The Examiner and Advocate, Tasmania

From Adelaide to south-west Victoria, Bendigo to Tasmania, I've provided in-depth stories in politics, environmental affairs, issues facing disadvantaged communities, legal affairs and much more. Contact me at adam.holmes@examiner.com.au or on Twitter at @adamholmes010

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