Raja Radiata (Noun)
Meaning
Cold-water bottom fish with spines on the back; to 40 inches.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Raja radiata is a common species of skate found in the North Atlantic Ocean.
- The Raja radiata is recognized by its distinctive pattern of spines on its back and tail.
- Raja radiata inhabit areas of rock, gravel, and sand on the sea floor at depths up to 900 meters.
- Raja radiata species are generally slow-moving and use their pectoral fins to search for prey on the ocean floor.
- Researchers have reported that Raja radiata can grow to lengths of up to 100 cm and weigh up to 15 kg.