Sydney Skate
Dentiraja australis
- Group: Ray
- Typical depth: 20–325 m
- Max size: 55 cm
- For divers: caution
- IUCN status: NT
A skate of the continental shelf off southeastern Australia, found down to about 325 metres, the Sydney skate lays oblong egg capsules tipped with stiff pointed horns onto sandy or muddy flats. Newly hatched young may trail after large objects, even their own mother. Listed as Near Threatened.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Rajiformes › Rajidae › Dentiraja
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1019871.
FAQ
- How deep does the Sydney Skate live?
- The Sydney Skate (Dentiraja australis) is typically found at 20–325 m.
- Is the Sydney Skate dangerous to divers?
- Divers should approach the Sydney Skate with care.
- How big does the Sydney Skate get?
- The Sydney Skate grows to about 55 cm.