Clearnose Skate
Rostroraja eglanteria
- Group: Ray
- Typical depth: 0–330 m
- Max size: 84 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This skate gets its name from the translucent patches on either side of its snout. It ranges from estuaries and bays out to about 330 metres, favouring cooler water and feeding on crabs, clams, worms, squid and fish. It lays eggs in horn tipped cases and reaches about 84 centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Rajiformes › Rajidae › Rostroraja
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1460141.
FAQ
- How deep does the Clearnose Skate live?
- The Clearnose Skate (Rostroraja eglanteria) is typically found at 0–330 m.
- Is the Clearnose Skate dangerous to divers?
- The Clearnose Skate is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Clearnose Skate get?
- The Clearnose Skate grows to about 84 cm.