Kingdom Animalia Order Rajiformes Genus Pavoraja Higher classification Pavoraja | Phylum Chordata Family Rajidae Scientific name Pavoraja umbrosa Rank Species | |
Pavoraja umbrosa (common name: dusky skate) is a species of fish in Rajidae family. It lives off the coast of northeastern Australia in depths ranging from 360 to 731 meters. Its maximum size is 36.9 cm (14.5 in) total length.
Pavoraja umbrosa is a little-known species, although it might be common. Although it can occur as by-catch, current levels of fishing in its range are unlikely to pose a significant threat.
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