Thornback Ray
Saltwater
Photo by David Ogilvie
Irish Name:
Roc Dhroimeannach
Roc Dhroimeannach
Scientific Name:
Raja clavata
Raja clavata
Description
Most common ray in Irish waters. Diamond-shaped with thorny spines on back and tail.
Identification
Diamond-shaped. Thorny spines on back and tail. Brown/grey with dark spots. Long thin tail.
Species Information
- Category Sea
- Habitat Saltwater
- Average Weight 4.00 kg
Specimen Threshold
Irish Specimen Fish Committee (ISFC) qualifying sizes:
Weight
9.979 kg
(22.00 lbs)
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