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
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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