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Moyou-kasube (Sharpspine skate)

Okamejei acutispina

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 acutispina (Moyou-kasube)

Names in Other Languages

Korean Mu-nǔi-hong-ǒ
Japanese Moyou-kasube

Similar Species in Okamejei

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Gangi-ei
Okamejei kenojei
Vulnerable
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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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Tsumarikasube
Okamejei schmidti
Vulnerable
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Arafura skate
Okamejei arafurensis
Least Concern
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Borneo Sand Skate
Okamejei cairae
Vulnerable
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Thintail skate
Okamejei leptoura
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Okamejei — 11 Species

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Gangi-ei
Okamejei kenojei
VU 🐾
Isago-gangi-ei
Okamejei boesemani
VU 🐾
Isago-gangi-ei
Okamejei hollandi
VU 🐾
Medamakasube
Okamejei meerdervoortii
VU
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Moyou-kasube
Okamejei acutispina
VU
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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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