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Skates & Rays

Skates and rays are closely related to sharks and are adapted for life on the sea floor. They have unique breathing holes called spiracles that allow them to get oxygen while buried in sand. There are over 600 species of skates and rays, with many being endangered due to overfishing and slow reproduction rates.

Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org

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