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Bigtail skate

Dipturus macrocauda

Near Threatened

About

The Bigtail skate (Dipturus macrocauda) is a species in the genus Dipturus. It is currently classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List. Native to Asia, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Taiwan. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Elasmobranchii

Order

Rajiformes (อันดับปลาโรนัน)

Species

Dipturus macrocauda (Bigtail skate)

Names in Other Languages

Korean 도랑가오리

Japanese Kitsunekasube

Chinese Dà-wei-yáo

Similar Species in Dipturus

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Blacktip skate

Dipturus melanospilus

Critically Endangered

Dipturus argentinensis

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Bigtail skate?

The scientific name of Bigtail skate is Dipturus macrocauda. It belongs to the genus Dipturus.

What is the conservation status of Bigtail skate?

Bigtail skate (Dipturus macrocauda) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Bigtail skate live?

Bigtail skate is found in Found in Taiwan. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Taiwan.

What family does Bigtail skate belong to?

Bigtail skate (Dipturus macrocauda) belongs to the genus Dipturus, which is part of the taxonomic family Rajidae.

What kingdom does Bigtail skate belong to?

Bigtail skate (Dipturus macrocauda) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Bigtail skate?

The closest relatives of Bigtail skate in the genus Dipturus include Acutenose skate, Blacktip skate, Blue grey skate, China Skate, Javalin skate.