Rajiformes

order of fishes Rajiformes (Rajiformes) is an order comprising closely related families of organisms. It contains 3 families with 260 known species. This includes the family groups Anacanthobatidae, Arhynchobatidae, and Rajidae. Among its members, 36 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). It belongs to Elasmobranchii (Elasmobranchii).