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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 (สัตว์)
Phylum
Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)
Class
Elasmobranchii
Order
Rajiformes (อันดับปลาโรนัน)
Family
Rajidae
Genus
Okamejei
Species
Okamejei kenojei (Ocellate spot skate)

Names in Other Languages

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

Similar Species in Okamejei

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Borneo Sand Skate
Okamejei cairae
Vulnerable
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Arafura skate
Okamejei arafurensis
Least Concern
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Meng's Skate
Okamejei mengae
Data Deficient
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Holland skate
Okamejei hollandi
Vulnerable
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East African skate
Okamejei heemstrai
Least Concern
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Browneye skate
Okamejei schmidti
Vulnerable
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Thintail skate
Okamejei leptoura
Least Concern
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Sharpspine skate
Okamejei acutispina
Vulnerable
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ocellate spot skate?
The scientific name of Ocellate spot skate is Okamejei kenojei. It belongs to the genus Okamejei.
What is the conservation status of Ocellate spot skate?
Ocellate spot skate (Okamejei kenojei) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Ocellate spot skate live?
Ocellate spot skate 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 Ocellate spot skate belong to?
Ocellate spot skate (Okamejei kenojei) belongs to the genus Okamejei, which is part of the taxonomic family Rajidae.
Is Ocellate spot skate endangered?
Yes, Ocellate spot skate (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 Ocellate spot skate belong to?
Ocellate spot skate (Okamejei kenojei) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Ocellate spot skate?
The closest relatives of Ocellate spot skate in the genus Okamejei include Borneo Sand Skate, Arafura skate, Meng's Skate, Holland skate, East African skate.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Okamejei — 11 Species

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Borneo Sand Skate
Okamejei cairae
VU 🐾
Arafura skate
Okamejei arafurensis
LC 🐾
Meng's Skate
Okamejei mengae
DD 🐾
Holland skate
Okamejei hollandi
VU 🐾
East African skate
Okamejei heemstrai
LC
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Ocellate spot skate
Okamejei kenojei
VU
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Browneye skate
Okamejei schmidti
VU 🐾
Thintail skate
Okamejei leptoura
LC 🐾
Sharpspine skate
Okamejei acutispina
VU 🐾
Bigeye skate
Okamejei meerdervoortii
VU 🐾
Black sand skate
Okamejei boesemani
VU
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