Species Type:
Sharks & Rays
Common Name(s):
Spotted eagle ray
Size:
The wingspan of the spotted eagle ray can reach up to 10 feet, and they can weigh up to 500 pounds!
Diet:
Spotted eagle rays feed largely on bivalves and snails. They will also eat crab, octopus, whelks, and small fish. They use their strong mouth plates to crush the shells of their prey.
Range & Habitat:
The spotted eagle ray can be found in the Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean, and the Atlantic Ocean in from North Carolina to Brazil, as well as and eastern Africa. They are often seen in shallow inshore waters such as bays, estuaries, and reefs.
Details:
Spotted eagle rays are large, diamond shaped rays; their pectoral fins look like wings! They have dark bodies with patterns of white spots, and a white belly. They have long, angular snouts that resemble a bird’s beak.