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Bãn-yáo (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 (动物界)
Phylum
Chordata (脊索动物门)
Class
Elasmobranchii
Order
Rajiformes (鳐目)
Family
Rajidae
Genus
Okamejei
Species
Okamejei kenojei (Bãn-yáo)

Names in Other Languages

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

Similar Species in Okamejei

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Mài-shì-jin-yáo
Okamejei meerdervoortii
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 Bãn-yáo?
The scientific name of Bãn-yáo is Okamejei kenojei. It belongs to the genus Okamejei.
What is the conservation status of Bãn-yáo?
Bãn-yáo (Okamejei kenojei) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Bãn-yáo live?
Bãn-yáo 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 Bãn-yáo belong to?
Bãn-yáo (Okamejei kenojei) belongs to the genus Okamejei, which is part of the taxonomic family Rajidae.
Is Bãn-yáo endangered?
Yes, Bãn-yáo (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 Bãn-yáo belong to?
Bãn-yáo (Okamejei kenojei) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (动物界).
What are the closest relatives of Bãn-yáo?
The closest relatives of Bãn-yáo in the genus Okamejei include Mài-shì-jin-yáo, Meng's Skate, Holland skate, East African skate, Browneye skate.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Okamejei — 11 Species

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Bãn-yáo
Okamejei kenojei
VU
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Mài-shì-jin-yáo
Okamejei meerdervoortii
VU 🐾
Meng's Skate
Okamejei mengae
DD 🐾
Holland skate
Okamejei hollandi
VU 🐾
East African skate
Okamejei heemstrai
LC 🐾
Browneye skate
Okamejei schmidti
VU 🐾
Thintail skate
Okamejei leptoura
LC 🐾
Sharpspine skate
Okamejei acutispina
VU 🐾
Borneo Sand Skate
Okamejei cairae
VU 🐾
Black sand skate
Okamejei boesemani
VU 🐾
Arafura skate
Okamejei arafurensis
LC
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