West African skate
Bathyraja hesperafricana
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Saltwater
Overview
West African skate (Bathyraja hesperafricana) is a marine fish of the family Arhynchobatidae (Softnose Skates), in the order Rajiformes. Maximum recorded length is 342 cm. Its recorded depth range is 750–2000 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 342,0 cm |
| Derinlik Aralığı | 750-2000m |
Habitat & Distribution
Su Tipi
Saltwater
Derinlik Aralığı
750-2000m
Taxonomy
| Takım | Rajiformes (Skates) |
| Familya | Arhynchobatidae (Softnose Skates) |
| Türler | Bathyraja hesperafricana |
Sık Sorulan Sorular
How big does West African skate get?
West African skate can grow up to 342.0 cm long.
What family does West African skate belong to?
West African skate (Bathyraja hesperafricana) belongs to the family Arhynchobatidae (Softnose Skates) in the order Rajiformes (Skates).
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