Deepsea Skate [Fenestraja ishiyamai]
Description
Deepsea Skate, or Fenestraja ishiyamai, is another species of the Fenestraja genus. This species is primarily found in the Western Pacific around Japan, typically inhabiting the deep sea at depths of 200 to 800 meters. Deepsea Skate is known for its dark brown to black coloration, which aids in camouflage in the dark depths of the sea. They have a distinct round body shape with long, pointed snout and are known for their bottom-dwelling behavior.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Cartilaginous Fish
Chondrichthyes
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| Order |
Skates
Rajiformes
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| Family |
Softnose Skates
Arhynchobatidae
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| Genus |
Fenestra Skates
Atlantoraja
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