Marine Biology

Skate Fish Taxonomy and Morphology Skate fish, scientifically classified under the order Rajiformes, belong to the cartilaginous fish group known as Chondrichthyes. They are closely related to sharks and rays and share similar characteristics, including a cartilaginous skeleton and a lack of swim bladders. Skate fish, with their flat bodies and wing-like fins, glide effortlessly … Read more

Characteristics and Biology The flat and cartilaginous bodies of skate fish are a defining characteristic. They are often large, with a width that can exceed their length. Their bodies are covered with a rough skin, and they have two prominent dorsal fins, one near the head and the other near the tail. They also have … Read more