Fishing for New Zealand smooth skate

Dipturus innominatus

The New Zealand smooth skate is a demersal fish found in the waters around New Zealand. It has a flattened body and smooth skin. Typically reaching up to 79 inches and weighing around 200 pounds, it feeds on benthic invertebrates and small fish. This skate is known for its solitary behavior and preference for sandy or muddy sea floors. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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