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The Spotted ray (Bathyraja albomaculata) is a saltwater fish of the family Arhynchobatidae that grows up to 63 cm.
Southwest Atlantic (Patagonia, Falkland Islands, Uruguay) and southeast Pacific (Chile), demersal on the continental slope.
Description
The white-dotted skate is a skate (family Arhynchobatidae) of the cold waters of the southern hemisphere. The species grows to about 63 cm and has a rhomboid, flattened pectoral disc in shades of brown with numerous small white spots, which give it its name. It lives demersally on the continental slope, typically between 130 and 434 m depth. Its diet consists of bottom invertebrates and small fishes. Reproduction is oviparous: the female lays angular egg capsules with horn-like points. The species is considered Vulnerable (VU) due to low resilience and fishing pressure. It is harmless to humans (no sting).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Spotted ray?
The Spotted ray has an irregular in shape body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern. Brown disc with numerous small white blotches; lays angular egg cases; considered vulnerable (VU).
Where does the Spotted ray live?
The Spotted ray lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Southwest Atlantic (Patagonia, Falkland Islands, Uruguay) and southeast Pacific (Chile), demersal on the continental slope.
How big does the Spotted ray get?
The Spotted ray grows to a maximum of about 63 cm.
Is the Spotted ray dangerous to humans?
No, the Spotted ray is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Spotted ray edible?
The Spotted ray is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Bathyraja
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