Pygmy Thornback Skate
Dentiraja flindersi
- Group: Ray
- Typical depth: 27–54 m
- Max size: 31.6 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
A small skate of the inner continental shelf, it lives on the bottom between 27 and 54 metres. Males mature at roughly 29 to 32 centimetres, and so little is known of its numbers that it is rated data deficient.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Rajiformes › Rajidae › Dentiraja
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 398286.
FAQ
- How deep does the Pygmy Thornback Skate live?
- The Pygmy Thornback Skate (Dentiraja flindersi) is typically found at 27–54 m.
- Is the Pygmy Thornback Skate dangerous to divers?
- The Pygmy Thornback Skate is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Pygmy Thornback Skate get?
- The Pygmy Thornback Skate grows to about 31.6 cm.