Pavoraja Skates [Pavoraja]

Description

Pavoraja is a genus of skates in the Arhynchobatidae family, inhabiting deep-water environments. These skates are characterized by their flattened bodies and large pectoral fins, adapted for life on the ocean floor. Pavoraja species are known for their cryptic behavior and ability to bury themselves in the substrate for protection and ambush predation.

Species

Short-tail Skate [Pavoraja nitida]

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Ogilby's Skate [Pavoraja ogilbyi]

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Western Shortnose Skate [Pavoraja umbrosa]

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Allport's Skate [Pavoraja allporti]

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Eastern Shortnose Skate [Pavoraja eastmani]

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Taxonomy