Skates in Alaska

Did you know?
There are at least 14 species of skates living in the cold waters off Alaska. Skates and rays, both from family Rajidae, have unique and interesting life histories. Skates lay eggs, sometimes called Mermaid's purses, in distinct nursery areas in the Bering Sea.

Understanding skate life history will help fisheries scientists inform management decisions to conserve their populations. Learn more here.

Identifying skate egg cases has been made easier with this brochure.
Check out this cool poster of skates in Alaska