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홍어 (Ocellate spot skate)

Okamejei kenojei

Vulnerable
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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

Names in Other Languages

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

Similar Species in Okamejei

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오동가오리
Okamejei meerdervoortii
Vulnerable
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Kkae-al-hong-ǒ
Okamejei boesemani
Vulnerable
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Mu-nǔi-hong-ǒ
Okamejei acutispina
Vulnerable
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Holland skate
Okamejei hollandi
Vulnerable
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East African skate
Okamejei heemstrai
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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Browneye skate
Okamejei schmidti
Vulnerable
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동물
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척삭동물
Phylum
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Elasmobranchii
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홍어목
Order
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Rajidae
Family
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Okamejei
Genus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of 홍어?
The scientific name of 홍어 is Okamejei kenojei. It belongs to the genus Okamejei.
What is the conservation status of 홍어?
홍어 (Okamejei kenojei) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does 홍어 live?
홍어 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 홍어 belong to?
홍어 (Okamejei kenojei) belongs to the genus Okamejei, which is part of the taxonomic family Rajidae.
Is 홍어 endangered?
Yes, 홍어 (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 홍어 belong to?
홍어 (Okamejei kenojei) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (동물).
What are the closest relatives of 홍어?
The closest relatives of 홍어 in the genus Okamejei include 오동가오리, Kkae-al-hong-ǒ, Mu-nǔi-hong-ǒ, East African skate, Meng's Skate.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Okamejei — 11 Species

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홍어
Okamejei kenojei
VU
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오동가오리
Okamejei meerdervoortii
VU 🐾
Kkae-al-hong-ǒ
Okamejei boesemani
VU 🐾
Mu-nǔi-hong-ǒ
Okamejei acutispina
VU 🐾
East African skate
Okamejei heemstrai
LC 🐾
Meng's Skate
Okamejei mengae
DD 🐾
Browneye skate
Okamejei schmidti
VU 🐾
Thintail skate
Okamejei leptoura
LC 🐾
Arafura skate
Okamejei arafurensis
LC 🐾
Holland skate
Okamejei hollandi
VU 🐾
Borneo Sand Skate
Okamejei cairae
VU
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