Dipturus

In this article, we will explore the fascinating world of Dipturus. From its origins to its influence today, this topic arouses great interest and curiosity in individuals of all ages. Through a detailed and exhaustive analysis, we will address the most relevant and significant aspects related to Dipturus, providing the reader with a broad and enriching perspective. Likewise, we will examine its impact in various areas, from culture to science, including its relevance in contemporary society. Ultimately, this article seeks to shed light on Dipturus and its importance in today's world.

Dipturus
Long-nosed skate (D. oxyrinchus) ♂
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Chondrichthyes
Subclass: Elasmobranchii
Order: Rajiformes
Family: Rajidae
Genus: Dipturus
Rafinesque, 1810
Type species
Raja batis

Dipturus is a large genus of skates native to the Pacific, Atlantic, and Indian Oceans.[1] They were formerly included in Raja. Some species initially moved to Dipturus were later placed in Dentiraja, Spiniraja, and Zearaja.[2]

Species

Currently, 38 recognized species are placed in this genus:[3]

Dipturus innominatus
Dipturus laevis

References

  1. ^ Froese, Rainer; Pauly, Daniel (eds.). "Species in genus Dipturus". FishBase. September 2023 version.
  2. ^ Last, P.R.; Weigman, S.; Yang, L. (2016). "Changes to the nomenclature of the skates (Chondrichthyes: Rajiformes)". In Last, P.R.; Yearsley, G.R. (eds.). Rays of the World: Supplementary Information. CSIRO Special Publication. pp. 11–34. ISBN 9781486308019.
  3. ^ Eschmeyer, William N.; Fricke, Ron & van der Laan, Richard (eds.). "Species in the genus Dipturus". Catalog of Fishes. California Academy of Sciences. Retrieved 1 November 2024.
  4. ^ Last, P.R. & Alava, M. (2013): Dipturus amphispinus sp. nov., a new longsnout skate (Rajoidei: Rajidae) from the Philippines. Pp. 214–227 in: de Carvalho, M.R., Ebert, D.A., Ho, H.-C. & White, W.T. (eds.) : Systematics and biodiversity of sharks, rays, and chimaeras (Chondrichthyes) of Taiwan. Zootaxa, 3752 (1): 1–386.