Granulated guitarfish
📖 Overview
Occurs from the intertidal (coastal, inshore) to offshore continental shelves down to 119 m . A carnivorous fish that feeds on large shellfishes . Ovoviviparous . Produces 6-10 pups a litter. Biology little known . Utilized where it occurs but details lacking .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Granulated guitarfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Granulated guitarfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Granulated guitarfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Exhibit ovoviparity (aplacental viviparity), with embryos feeding initially on yolk, then receiving additional nourishment from the mother by indirect absorption of uterine fluid enriched with mucus, fat or protein through specialised structures .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 0 - 119 m . Subtropical; 29°N - 18°S, 49°E - 156°E
🌿 Ecology
large shellfishes (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Granulated guitarfish is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for Granulated guitarfish is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Granulated guitarfish has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rhinobatos granulates | Cuvier | 1829 | Synonym |
| Rhinobatos granulatus | Cuvier | 1829 | Synonym |
| Rhinobatus acutus | Garman | 1908 | Synonym |
| Rhinobatus granulatus | Cuvier | 1829 | Synonym |
| Scobatus granulatus | Cuvier | 1829 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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