Round ray [Rajella fyllae]
Description
The Round ray is a skate that lives in the deep sea, typically found at depths between 540 to 1,460 m. It is distinguished by its circular disc shape and the presence of thorns on its tail. The color is usually light brown with white spots.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Cartilaginous Fish
Chondrichthyes
|
| Order |
Skates
Rajiformes
|
| Family |
Softnose Skates
Arhynchobatidae
|
| Genus |
Rajella Skates
Rajella
|