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Gr 5-9 Walker traces the scientific detective work that led to identification of this species, long thought to be extinct, then describes the subsequent investigations of its physiology, habits, and habitat. In words and photos, she introduces the scientists and fishermen involved in the search as well as the rare specimens, which have not survi...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

In December 1938, an odd-looking fish was brought in to a South African museum. Its identification as a coelacanth, previously thought to be extinct, caused a sensation in scientific and public circles and touched off a decades-long search for more specimens. Walker's tale of scientists and the coelacanths is exciting even as it moves from historical accounts to discussions of fish facts to coverage of current events in the search to find new spec...Log In or Sign Up to Read More