Sep 5, 2018 · The smallest ray is a short-nose electric ray of the genus Narcine, which is only 4 inches (10 cm) across and weighs about 1 pound (0.5 kg). The smallest skate is the starry skate ( Raja stellata ) which only reaches a maximum total length of 30 inches (76 cm).

Sep 5, 2018 · It is thought that most rays and skates have good vision especially in dim light. Recent research indicates that rays may even be capable of color vision. How do rays and skates detect prey?

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Nov 17, 2021 · The Florida Program for Shark Research is tagging and tracking rays in some of the waterways along the coast of Florida. The data from this project will assist in the identification of daily and seasonal movements of the tagged rays within these waterways.

Aug 28, 2018 · Browse and search our list of species profiles of rays, sawfish, and skates. Search or sort the list by scientific name, common name, or family below. Follow the links to profiles on each of the fishes with full information and pictures.

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Aug 28, 2018 · Rays and Skates Up Close! presentation; The reef manta ray. Photo © Simon Pierce

Feb 6, 2025 · Brown ray. Photo © George Burgess. Distinctive Features The brown ray has a short, bluntly pointed snout and a broad angular disc that is nearly quadrangular in shape. The pectoral fins are greatly enlarged and fused completely to the sides of the head, similar to most rays and skates. The tail is relatively short and has two dorsal fins.

Feb 5, 2025 · This diamond-shaped ray is much wider than it is long, usually 3 to 4 feet wide, and its short tail lacks the ray’s usual spine. It can vary from light brown to gray to greenish, with lighter or darker spots, and can manipulate its shading to blend better into its background.

Jan 1, 2024 · The clearnose skate is a member of the single skate family, Rajidae. Bosc (1802) described this skate as Raja eglanteria . The genus name is derived from the Latin “raja, -ae” = a sting ray.