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Thornback ray
Scientific name: Raja clavata
The most commonly encountered ray around the British Isles, it's easy to see where the thornback ray got its name from - just check out the spines on its back!
Species information
Statistics
Length: Up to 139cmWeight: Up to 18kg
Average Lifespan: Can live for around 15 years
Conservation status
The thornback ray is listed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List