Longnose Skate
Dentiraja confusa
- Group: Ray
- Typical depth: 18–390 m
- Max size: 64.9 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: CR
A skate of the continental shelf, this fish reaches about sixty five centimetres and feeds mainly on crabs, shrimps and other bottom crustaceans. It breeds all year, sealing its young in tough egg cases, yet heavy pressure has left it critically endangered.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Rajiformes › Rajidae › Dentiraja
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1043487.
FAQ
- How deep does the Longnose Skate live?
- The Longnose Skate (Dentiraja confusa) is typically found at 18–390 m.
- Is the Longnose Skate dangerous to divers?
- The Longnose Skate is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Longnose Skate get?
- The Longnose Skate grows to about 64.9 cm.