Velez Ray
Rostroraja velezi
- Group: Ray
- Typical depth: 35–300 m
- Max size: 83 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: VU
A skate of soft continental shelf bottoms off the eastern Pacific, ranging from about thirty five to three hundred metres. It feeds on crustaceans, worms and fish, and lays horned egg capsules. The IUCN lists it as vulnerable.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Rajiformes › Rajidae › Rostroraja
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1605277.
FAQ
- How deep does the Velez Ray live?
- The Velez Ray (Rostroraja velezi) is typically found at 35–300 m.
- Is the Velez Ray dangerous to divers?
- The Velez Ray is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Velez Ray get?
- The Velez Ray grows to about 83 cm.