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Black-spotted whiptail ray

Himantura astra

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Fun Facts

These rays can swim up to 459 feet (140 meters) deep.

Species Type:

Fishes, Sharks & Rays

Common Name(s):

Black-spotted whiptail ray

Size:

Black-spotted whiptail rays grow to at least 71 inches (180 centimeters) in length.

Diet:

Black-spotted whiptail rays feed on prawns and crabs.

Range & Habitat:

Inhabiting sandy flats, muddy areas, mangroves and continental shelves offshore, black-spotted whiptail rays exist in the _

Details:

Black-spotted whiptail rays are light grayish-brown on top, densely covered in dark spots surrounded with a ring of white. Their underside is entirely white in color. These rays are flat and disc shaped with a very long whip-like tail.