Longnose Skate [Bathyraja brachyurops]
Description
The longnose skate, or Bathyraja brachyurops, is a species of skate known for its elongated snout. It is native to the southern hemisphere, particularly in the deep waters off the coasts of New Zealand and Australia. It is distinguished by its long snout, two dorsal fins, and a tail with small thorns. It feeds on small fish and invertebrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Cartilaginous Fish
Chondrichthyes
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| Order |
Skates
Rajiformes
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| Family |
True Skates
Rajidae
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| Genus |
Spinetail Skate
Rostroraja
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