''Orbiraja'' is a genus of small
skates in the family
Rajidae from the western and central
Indo-Pacific
The Indo-Pacific is a vast biogeographic region of Earth. In a narrow sense, sometimes known as the Indo-West Pacific or Indo-Pacific Asia, it comprises the tropical waters of the Indian Ocean, the western and central Pacific Ocean, and the ...
. Prior to 2016, they were included in the genus ''
Okamejei''.
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Species
There are three species in the genus:[
* '' Orbiraja jensenae'' (]Last
A last is a mechanical form shaped like a human foot. It is used by shoemakers and cordwainers in the manufacture and repair of shoes. Lasts come in many styles and sizes, depending on the exact job they are designed for. Common variations ...
& A. P. K. Lim, 2010) (Sulu Sea skate)
* '' Orbiraja philipi'' ( Lloyd, 1906)
* '' Orbiraja powelli'' (Alcock Alcock is a surname. Notable people with the surname include:
* Alfred William Alcock, British naturalist
* C. W. Alcock, British sports administrator, creator of the FA Cup
* Charles R. Alcock, American astronomer
* Deborah Alcock, British auth ...
, 1898) (Indian ringed skate)
References
Rajidae
Ray genera
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