Where do they live? Spotted handfish live in south-eastern Tasmania (Derwent Estuary, Frederick Henry Bay, D'Entrecasteaux Channel, and parts of Storm Bay).

Where are spotted Handfish found?

The Spotted Handfish (Brachionichthys hirsutus) is a small fish that lives on the sea bed in the cool, sheltered waters of south-east Tasmania. It has modified pelvic fins that look like “hands”, hence the name.

What ocean zone does the spotted Handfish live in?

They live in the sea bottoms (Benthic Zone). If you want to see a Handfish in its natural environment, visit the seas around Tasmania to dive into the ocean bottom.