Melbourne Skate
Spiniraja whitleyi
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Quick Facts
Scientific name
Spiniraja whitleyi
Other names
Great Skate, Rough Skate, Wedgenose Skate, Whitley's Skate
Size
Up to 1.7 m (5.5 ft) TL
Weight
Up to 50 kg (110 lb)
Distribution
Habitat & AU Distribution
Coastal waters amongst silty, muddy & sandy areas near reefs
Depth Range
1 - 345 m (3 - 1,131 ft)
