Clearnose skate
A species of Ocellate skates, Also known as Summer skate Scientific name : Raja eglanteria Genus : Ocellate skates
Clearnose skate, A species of Ocellate skates
Also known as:
Summer skate
Botanical name: Raja eglanteria
Genus: Ocellate skates
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Description
Clearnose skates are named for the characteristic light-colored to translucent patches along both sides of the rostrum. The dorsal surface is primarily brown to grey in color, while the ventral surface is white. The dorsal side of the pectoral fins also exhibits dark brown to black bars and spots. R. eglanteria has a roughly rhobic disc shape, with the snout and pectoral fins making an approximate right angle. Mature clearnose skates reach up to 79 cm in total length and 52 cm in width. The tail is approximately half the total length. Another notable characteristic of clearnose skates is their line of thorns along the middle of the back and tail. The remainder of the dorsal surface is covered in small prickles, yielding the common name of brier skate. These prickles are concentrated on the anterior portion of the disc, as well as along the spine, like the thorns.
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Scientific Classification
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Chordates Class
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Ocellate skates Species
Clearnose skate 
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