The Holland skate (Okamejei hollandi) is a saltwater fish of the family Rajidae that grows up to 45 cm.
Description
The Holland skate is a small true skate (Rajidae) from coastal and slope waters of the northwest Pacific, off East Asia. The species grows to about 45 cm and has a rhomboid, flattened body with broad pectoral fins, a pointed snout and rows of small thorns over the back and tail. Unlike stingrays it has no venomous spine. As a bottom-dweller it lives on sand and mud bottoms between about seventy and ninety metres and eats small crustaceans, worms and small fish. It lays egg capsules. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Holland skate?
The Holland skate has an irregular in shape body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Holland skate live?
The Holland skate lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Holland skate get?
The Holland skate grows to a maximum of about 45 cm.
Is the Holland skate dangerous to humans?
No, the Holland skate is harmless to humans.
Is the Holland skate edible?
The Holland skate is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Okamejei
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