Connor, a brilliant young science enthusiast, never imagined that his obsession with a mysterious meteorite would lead him to uncover a groundbreaking secret. During a family trip to the Parkes Radiotelescope, Connor's fascination with a meteor sighting from 1960 ignites a quest that spans years and countless bushwalks. When his searches reveal an astonishing connection between the meteor and an alien world, Connor finds himself thrust into an extraordinary adventure.
At the newly completed Crosslands Planetarium, Connor and his friends stumble upon a portal to alien planets. As they traverse these otherworldly landscapes, encountering alien beings and bizarre environments, they must navigate the complexities of interstellar travel and its implications for humanity. But their discoveries do not go unnoticed. A sinister threat looms as extremists seek to destroy the planetarium, forcing Connor and his companions into a race against time to protect the portal and the future it promises.
"Species 8746" is a thrilling blend of science fiction and adventure, perfect for fans of intergalactic exploration and gripping mysteries.