Discovery of a Pink Handfish

Discovery of a rare and endangered pink handfish on the wreck of the SS Tasman on the Tasman Peninsula, Tasmania at a depth of 70m. The pink handfish has only been seen by divers on three other occasions. These are the first images of the pink handfish taken by divers in its natural environment. This video covers the moments leading up to and including the discovery of this rare little fish. Be aware that during the excitement of the discovery some profanity was expressed under the influence of rich helium breathing mix.
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