Thorny Skate [Amblyraja radiata]
Description
Thorny Skates are found in the North Atlantic Ocean. They are typically found at depths between 20 and 1400 meters. They are characterized by their diamond shape, brown color, and the presence of thorn-like structures on their dorsal surface. They feed on a variety of bottom-dwelling invertebrates and fish.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Cartilaginous Fish
Chondrichthyes
|
| Order |
Skates
Rajiformes
|
| Family |
True Skates
Rajidae
|
| Genus |
Arctic Skate
Amblyraja
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