Species profile
Clearnose Skate
Rostroraja eglanteria
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At a glance
Clearnose Skate (Rostroraja eglanteria) is an IUCN Least Concern shark or ray present across the CatchRules coverage area but without species-specific bag, size, or season rules tracked in our regulatory dataset.
Confirmed by 1,617 research-grade iNaturalist observations, with North Carolina, Virginia, and New Jersey the top jurisdictions by observation count.
Notable details
- Named for the translucent patches flanking its pointed snout, visible when held to light.
- Disc width can reach about 33 inches (84 cm).
- Like all skates, it lays eggs in tough, rectangular cases called mermaid's purses.
- Common over shallow sandy and muddy bottoms along the U.S. Atlantic coast.
- Feeds on shrimp, crabs, worms, and small fish uncovered from the seafloor.
Where Clearnose Skate are seen
Background
The clearnose skate (Raja eglanteria) is species of cartilaginous fish in the family Rajidae. R. eglanteria is also known by other common names such as the brier skate and summer skate. Clearnose skates are easily identified by the translucent patches on either side of their snouts and their mottled dorsal surface. They are found along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts of the United States in shallow…
Background excerpt adapted from Wikipedia's Clearnose Skate article (CC BY-SA). Visit Wikipedia for the full entry.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Clearnose Skate?
Clearnose Skate (Rostroraja eglanteria) is an IUCN Least Concern shark or ray present across the CatchRules coverage area but without species-specific bag, size, or season rules tracked in our regulatory dataset.
What is the scientific name for Clearnose Skate?
Clearnose Skate is Rostroraja eglanteria.
Are there fishing rules for Clearnose Skate?
Clearnose Skate does not currently have published fishing rules in CatchRules' curated jurisdictions. Identification, range, and habitat are still tracked above.
How can I identify Clearnose Skate?
Take a photo with the free CatchRules iPhone app — on-device identification recognizes Clearnose Skate along with ~1,500 other species. No sign-up, unlimited use.
Photo credit: iNaturalist / Wikipedia. Identification reference only — verify regulations with the issuing wildlife agency before retaining a catch.