The Bengal whipray (Brevitrygon imbricata) is a fish that lives in both fresh and salt water of the family Dasyatidae that grows up to 26 cm.
Description
The scaly whipray is a small stingray from the northern Indian Ocean, along the coasts of India, Pakistan and surrounding countries. The species grows to about 26 cm wide and has the rhomboid, flattened disc body characteristic of stingrays and a long, thin whip-like tail. As a bottom-dweller it lives in shallow coastal and estuarine water and searches the bottom for small crustaceans and worms. In the tail it carries a serrated venomous spine that can give a painful sting if stepped on. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bengal whipray?
The Bengal whipray has an irregular in shape body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Bengal whipray live?
The Bengal whipray lives in both fresh and salt water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Bengal whipray get?
The Bengal whipray grows to a maximum of about 26 cm.
Is the Bengal whipray dangerous to humans?
The Bengal whipray is venomous — handle spines with care and seek medical help after a sting if needed.
Is the Bengal whipray edible?
The Bengal whipray is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Brevitrygon
More from the family Dasyatidae
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