Blacktip Skate
Dipturus melanospilus
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Quick Facts
Scientific name
Dipturus melanospilus
Family
Skate / Rajidae
Size
Up to 77 cm (30 in) TL
Weight
Up to 2.5 kg (5.5 lb)
Distribution
Habitat & AU Distribution
Deeper coastal waters amongst soft bottoms on the upper continental slope
Depth Range
240 - 695 m (787 - 2,280 ft)
