African ray
Raja mauritaniensis
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Saltwater
À propos
The African ray (Raja mauritaniensis) is a saltwater skate reaching up to 80 cm in length. It inhabits sandy and muddy seafloors in the eastern Atlantic off the African coast and belongs to the family Rajidae.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 80,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 50-400m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
50-400m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Rajiformes (Skates) |
| Famille | Rajidae (Skates) |
| Espèces | Raja mauritaniensis |
Foire aux questions
How big does African ray get?
African ray can grow up to 80.0 cm long.
What family does African ray belong to?
African ray (Raja mauritaniensis) belongs to the family Rajidae (Skates) in the order Rajiformes (Skates).
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