Fin's Fish Guide
The Freckled skate (Leucoraja garmani) is a saltwater fish of the family Rajidae that grows up to 57 cm.
Description
The rosette skate is a true skate (Rajidae) from the western Atlantic Ocean. The species has a flattened, diamond-shaped body with broad pectoral fins and a spotted upper side with rosette-like spot clusters, to which the name refers; rows of thorns run along the back and tail. Unlike stingrays it has no venomous tail spine. It lives mainly on the outer edge of the continental shelf and the upper slope. As a bottom predator it feeds on small crustaceans, worms and small fishes. It reproduces with egg capsules. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Freckled skate?
The Freckled skate has an irregular in shape body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern. Rosette-like groups of blotches and rows of thorns; oviparous bottom ray without a venomous tail spine.
Where does the Freckled skate live?
The Freckled skate lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Western Atlantic; outer edge of the shelf and upper slope.
How big does the Freckled skate get?
The Freckled skate grows to a maximum of about 57 cm.
Is the Freckled skate dangerous to humans?
No, the Freckled skate is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Freckled skate edible?
The Freckled skate is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Leucoraja
More from the family Rajidae
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