Elasmobranchs (Sharks, Rays, Skates)
Elasmobranchii
Description
Elasmobranchs are the cartilaginous fishes—think sharks and rays—that many divers spot cruising along reefs, sandy bottoms, or open-water edges. Depending on the species and location, you might see a sleek shark gliding past or a ray “walking” along the seafloor with slow, deliberate movements.
Orders
Eagle Rays and Their Relatives
Myliobatiformes
Torpedo Rays (Electric Rays)
Torpediniformes
Requiem Sharks
Carcharhiniformes
Lamnoid Sharks
Lamniformes
Carpet Sharks
Orectolobiformes
Dogfish Sharks
Squaliformes
Taxonomy
| Phylum | Fish, Sharks & Rays (plus Sea Turtles & Whales) |
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Statistics
- Orders 6