Arhynchobatidae

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.