Sandy skate

Pavoraja arenaria

Three thorn rows follow the pale heart shaped disc

Tropical
Regional distribution
Marine fish
Indian Ocean
Oceania
Medium
Tropical fish

Pavoraja arenaria, commonly known as the sandy skate or yellow skate, is a species of fish in the family Arhynchobatidae. It lives in depths ranging from 192 to 712 meters but is usually found at 300 to 400 meters depth off the coast of western Australia. Its maximum size is 34.3 cm (13.5 in) total length.

Class: Sharks and Rays
Order: Skates
Family: Arhynchobatidae
Genus: Pavoraja
Maximum length: 34.3 cm
Water: Marine
Distribution: Eastern Indian Ocean: southwestern Australia (Ref. 114953 ).
Conservation status: DDData Deficient

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