Abyssal skate
📖 Overview
Abyssal skate (Bathyraja ishiharai) is a ray-finned fish of the family Arhynchobatidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic, deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 123 cm. With a trophic level of 4.1, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Abyssal skate is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Abyssal skate is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Abyssal skate is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Abyssal skate is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range ? - 2300 m . Deep-water; 32°S - 44°S, 109°E - 159°E Indian Ocean: SW Australia (Naturalist Plateau), Tasmania and possibly the Lord Howe Rise (Tasman Sea) .
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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