Cuban legskate
📖 Overview
Cuban legskate (Cruriraja atlantis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Gurgesiellidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. It occurs at depths between 512 and 778 metres. With a trophic level of 3.8, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Large width interspace between first and second dorsal fins. Upper surface pale brown disc without definite markings. Lower surface whitish or yellowish. Tail pale dusky below .: other.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Cuban legskate is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Cuban legskate is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous, paired eggs are laid. Embryos feed solely on yolk . Eggs have horn-like projections on the shell .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 512 - 778 m . Deep-water Central Atlantic: Florida, USA to northern Cuba.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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