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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 (สัตว์)
Phylum
Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)
Class
Elasmobranchii
Order
Rajiformes (อันดับปลาโรนัน)
Family
Rajidae
Genus
Okamejei
Species
Okamejei acutispina (Sharpspine skate)

Names in Other Languages

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

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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Ocellate spot skate
Okamejei kenojei
Vulnerable
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Browneye skate
Okamejei schmidti
Vulnerable
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Thintail skate
Okamejei leptoura
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sharpspine skate?
The scientific name of Sharpspine skate is Okamejei acutispina. It belongs to the genus Okamejei.
What is the conservation status of Sharpspine skate?
Sharpspine skate (Okamejei acutispina) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Sharpspine skate live?
Sharpspine 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 Sharpspine skate belong to?
Sharpspine skate (Okamejei acutispina) belongs to the genus Okamejei, which is part of the taxonomic family Rajidae.
Is Sharpspine skate endangered?
Yes, Sharpspine skate (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 Sharpspine skate belong to?
Sharpspine skate (Okamejei acutispina) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Sharpspine skate?
The closest relatives of Sharpspine 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 🐾
Ocellate spot skate
Okamejei kenojei
VU 🐾
Browneye skate
Okamejei schmidti
VU 🐾
Thintail skate
Okamejei leptoura
LC
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Sharpspine skate
Okamejei acutispina
VU
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Bigeye skate
Okamejei meerdervoortii
VU 🐾
Black sand skate
Okamejei boesemani
VU
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