Fin's Fish Guide
The Broad skate (Amblyraja badia) is a fish of the family Rajidae that grows up to 90 cm.
Description
The broad skate is a skate (Rajidae) of the deep continental slope in the Pacific and Indian Oceans. The species grows to about 90 cm and has a flattened, diamond-shaped, dark-brown body with a sturdy snout and rows of thorns over the back and tail. Unlike stingrays it has no venomous spine. As a bottom-dweller of the depths it searches soft bottoms for crustaceans, worms and small fish; it lays eggs in horny capsules. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Broad skate?
The Broad skate is mainly brown.
Where does the Broad skate live?
The Broad skate is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Broad skate get?
The Broad skate grows to a maximum of about 90 cm.
Is the Broad skate dangerous to humans?
No, the Broad skate is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Amblyraja
More from the family Rajidae
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