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Tracey Ferrier

DARK SECRETS: Endangered ancient fish die in captive breeding program | Rare Historical Photos

A Maugean skate hatched in a lab. Efforts are underway to save the species in Macquarie Harbour (HANDOUT/UNIVERSITY OF TASMANIA)

Tasmanian scientists striving to save an ancient fish from extinction are feeling the loss of two adults that were taken from the wild for a crucial breeding program.

But while the deaths are difficult to accept they are part of the journey for experts who must quickly figure out how to keep the Maugean skate in captivity.

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