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The Broadnose skate (Bathyraja brachyurops) is a saltwater fish of the family Arhynchobatidae that grows up to 103 cm.
Cool waters around southern South America; continental shelf and upper slope.
Description
The broadnose skate is a skate of the family Arhynchobatidae from the cool waters around southern South America. The species grows to about 103 cm and has a flat, rhomboidal pectoral disc with a broad, rounded snout. It lives on the bottom of the continental shelf and upper slope and feeds on bottom animals such as crustaceans, molluscs and small fishes. Unlike stingrays, a skate lacks a venomous tail spine and is harmless to humans. Reproduction is oviparous: the eggs are in horny capsules with projections. The species is listed as Near Threatened (NT).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Broadnose skate?
The Broadnose skate has an irregular in shape body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern. Flat, diamond-shaped disc with a broad snout; lacks the venomous tail spine of stingrays.
Where does the Broadnose skate live?
The Broadnose skate lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Cool waters around southern South America; continental shelf and upper slope.
How big does the Broadnose skate get?
The Broadnose skate grows to a maximum of about 103 cm.
Is the Broadnose skate dangerous to humans?
No, the Broadnose skate is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Broadnose skate edible?
Yes, the Broadnose skate is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Bathyraja
More from the family Arhynchobatidae
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