The Norwegian skate (Dipturus nidarosiensis), also known as the black skate, is a large deepwater species found in the Northeast Atlantic, including the waters off Norway. Renowned for its broad, flattened body and long tail, the Norwegian skate is primarily targeted by deep-sea trawl and longline fisheries. The main countries involved in harvesting this species are Norway, the United Kingdom, France, and Spain, all of which have significant deep-sea fishing fleets operating in the North Atlantic. The skate is valued for its meat, particularly the wings, which are sold fresh or processed. Due to its slow growth and low reproductive rate, the Norwegian skate is vulnerable to overfishing, prompting international management measures and catch limits to ensure the sustainability of the fishery.
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Data from FAO. 2025. Global Capture Production. In: Fisheries and Aquaculture.