Western blue skate
Notoraja hesperindica
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Saltwater
Overview
Western blue skate (Notoraja hesperindica) is a marine fish of the family Arhynchobatidae (Softnose Skates), in the order Rajiformes. Maximum recorded length is 53 cm. Its recorded depth range is 1230–1600 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 53,29999923706055 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 1230-1600m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
1230-1600m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Rajiformes (Skates) |
| Famille | Arhynchobatidae (Softnose Skates) |
| Espèces | Notoraja hesperindica |
Foire aux questions
How big does Western blue skate get?
Western blue skate can grow up to 53.29999923706055 cm long.
What family does Western blue skate belong to?
Western blue skate (Notoraja hesperindica) belongs to the family Arhynchobatidae (Softnose Skates) in the order Rajiformes (Skates).
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