Rosette Skate
Leucoraja garmani
- Group: Ray
- Typical depth: 33–530 m
- Max size: 57 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small skate of the outer shelf and upper slope, found between about 33 and 530 metres, where it hunts decapod crustaceans along with the odd amphipod, worm or squid. Like other skates it lays eggs in tough horny cases and pairs with a body to body embrace.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Rajiformes › Rajidae › Leucoraja
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 158552.
FAQ
- How deep does the Rosette Skate live?
- The Rosette Skate (Leucoraja garmani) is typically found at 33–530 m.
- Is the Rosette Skate dangerous to divers?
- The Rosette Skate is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Rosette Skate get?
- The Rosette Skate grows to about 57 cm.