The Sharpspine skate (Okamejei acutispina) is a saltwater fish of the family Rajidae that grows up to 45 cm.
Description
The Sharpspine skate is a skate (Rajidae) of coastal and deeper water of the northwest Pacific, off East Asia. The species grows to about 50 cm and has a flattened, diamond-shaped, brown-grey body with a pointed snout and rows of thorns over the back and tail. Unlike stingrays it has no venomous spine. As a bottom-dweller it searches sand and mud bottoms for crustaceans, molluscs and small fish; it lays eggs in horny capsules. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Sharpspine skate?
The Sharpspine skate has an irregular in shape body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Sharpspine skate live?
The Sharpspine skate lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Sharpspine skate get?
The Sharpspine skate grows to a maximum of about 45 cm.
Is the Sharpspine skate dangerous to humans?
No, the Sharpspine skate is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Okamejei
More from the family Rajidae
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