But what is a big skate?! They are a species of skate which are flat-bodied fish found along the Pacific coast of North America. They somewhat resemble swimming flat diamonds as their fins extend the length of their bodies! These skates are known for their large size (can grow up to 6ft long) and distinctive mermaid purses/egg cases, as seen in this video! #naturenerd #lowtide #neature #biodiversity #pacificnorthwest #beachcombing #naturalist | The Nature Educator