Rough leg skate
📖 Overview
Rough leg skate (Cruriraja rugosa) is a ray-finned fish of the family Gurgesiellidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. It occurs at depths between 366 and 1007 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
Physical description for Rough leg skate is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Rough leg skate is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Rough leg skate 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 366 - 1007 m . Deep-water
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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