Smoothnose Wedgefish
Rhynchobatus laevis
- Group: Ray
- Typical depth: 0–60 m
- Max size: 2.7 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: CR
The smoothnose wedgefish has the flattened front and shark like tail typical of its family, reaching well over two and a half metres in shallow bays and off river mouths. It is poorly known but likely feeds on bottom crustaceans and fish, and heavy demand for its fins has left it critically endangered.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Rhinopristiformes › Rhinidae › Rhynchobatus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278218.
FAQ
- How deep does the Smoothnose Wedgefish live?
- The Smoothnose Wedgefish (Rhynchobatus laevis) is typically found at 0–60 m.
- Is the Smoothnose Wedgefish dangerous to divers?
- The Smoothnose Wedgefish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Smoothnose Wedgefish get?
- The Smoothnose Wedgefish grows to about 2.7 m.