African ray
Raja mauritaniensis
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Saltwater
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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 |
| Диапазон глубин | 50-400m |
Habitat & Distribution
Тип воды
Saltwater
Диапазон глубин
50-400m
Taxonomy
| Отряд | Rajiformes (Skates) |
| Семейство | Rajidae (Skates) |
| Виды | Raja mauritaniensis |
Часто задаваемые вопросы
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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