Skates and rays
Rare and common species of skates and rays in Canadian waters and the differences between them.
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Identify a species
The differences between the many species of skates and rays living in Canadian waters.
Skate research
How scientists are learning about the history and characteristics of skates and rays.
External anatomy
Scales, electric organs and other external structures, sensory systems of skates and rays.
Internal anatomy
Skates and rays' unique internal organs and structures such as cartilage skeletons.
Skates and rays general information
Skate fisheries, tagging surveys, feeding and mating habits, predators, physical characteristics.
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Contacts at the Pacific Biological Station and the Bedford Institute of Oceanography.
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