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Gangi-ei (Ocellate spot skate)

Okamejei kenojei

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (動物)
Phylum
Chordata (脊索動物)
Class
Elasmobranchii
Order
Rajiformes (ガンギエイ目)
Family
Rajidae
Genus
Okamejei
Species
Okamejei kenojei (Gangi-ei)

Names in Other Languages

Korean 홍어
Japanese Gangi-ei
Chinese Bãn-yáo
Russian Японский скат

Similar Species in Okamejei

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Isago-gangi-ei
Okamejei boesemani
Vulnerable
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Isago-gangi-ei
Okamejei hollandi
Vulnerable
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Medamakasube
Okamejei meerdervoortii
Vulnerable
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Moyou-kasube
Okamejei acutispina
Vulnerable
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Tsumarikasube
Okamejei schmidti
Vulnerable
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Borneo Sand Skate
Okamejei cairae
Vulnerable
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Thintail skate
Okamejei leptoura
Least Concern
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East African skate
Okamejei heemstrai
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Gangi-ei?
The scientific name of Gangi-ei is Okamejei kenojei. It belongs to the genus Okamejei.
What is the conservation status of Gangi-ei?
Gangi-ei (Okamejei kenojei) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Gangi-ei live?
Gangi-ei is found in Found in Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Taiwan.
What family does Gangi-ei belong to?
Gangi-ei (Okamejei kenojei) belongs to the genus Okamejei, which is part of the taxonomic family Rajidae.
Is Gangi-ei endangered?
Yes, Gangi-ei (Okamejei kenojei) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Gangi-ei belong to?
Gangi-ei (Okamejei kenojei) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).
What are the closest relatives of Gangi-ei?
The closest relatives of Gangi-ei in the genus Okamejei include Isago-gangi-ei, Isago-gangi-ei, Medamakasube, Moyou-kasube, Tsumarikasube.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Okamejei — 11 Species

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Gangi-ei
Okamejei kenojei
VU
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Isago-gangi-ei
Okamejei boesemani
VU 🐾
Isago-gangi-ei
Okamejei hollandi
VU 🐾
Medamakasube
Okamejei meerdervoortii
VU 🐾
Moyou-kasube
Okamejei acutispina
VU 🐾
Tsumarikasube
Okamejei schmidti
VU 🐾
Thintail skate
Okamejei leptoura
LC 🐾
Borneo Sand Skate
Okamejei cairae
VU 🐾
Meng's Skate
Okamejei mengae
DD 🐾
East African skate
Okamejei heemstrai
LC 🐾
Arafura skate
Okamejei arafurensis
LC
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