Prownose skate

Dipturus stenorhynchus

A narrow pointed snout leads through slope waters

Regional distribution
Marine fish
Indian Ocean
Africa
Other
Large

The prownose skate (Dipturus stenorhynchus) is a species of fish in the family Rajidae. It is found off Mozambique and South Africa. Its natural habitat is open seas.

Class: Sharks and Rays
Order: Skates
Family: Rajidae
Genus: Dipturus
Maximum length: 101 cm
Water: Marine
Body shape: other
Distribution: Western Indian Ocean: southern Mozambique to Plettenberg Bay, South Africa.
Conservation status: DDData Deficient

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