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Rachael Ward

Maugean skate has 'enough' protection, Tasmania says

The federal government is reviewing aquaculture in Macquarie Harbour, home to the Maugean skate. (HANDOUT/JANE RUCKERT)

Tasmania has formally asked the federal government not to alter fishing arrangements at Macquarie Harbour on the state's west coast, where an endangered fish lives.

Australian Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek has ordered a review of aquaculture operations in the remote harbour where the Maugean skate is at risk of extinction.

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