[1] It is considered Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List due to overexploitation.

The genome is 16,906 base pairs in length, and contains 2 rRNA, 22 tRNA, and 13 protein coding genes.

[3] The Korean skate has a relatively short, deep snout that is slightly obtuse.

The ventral surface is black/brown with gray surrounding the pores (the nostrils and gill slits).

[1] Hongeo koreana is a relatively high commercial fishery target species in southern Korea.

A Korean fish specialty dish is Hongeo-hoe (홍어회), which is a fermented skate dish that is famous for its sharp, pungent aroma and a texture that is hard to swallow due to the fish's cartilage.