The Tentacled butterfly ray (Gymnura tentaculata) is a saltwater fish of the family Gymnuridae that grows up to 100 cm.
Description
The tentacled butterfly ray is a butterfly ray (Gymnuridae) from coastal waters of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 1 metre wide and has a strongly flattened, broad diamond-shaped, sandy-brown body much wider than it is long, with a short tail and small skin tentacles by the spiracles. As a bottom-dweller it often lies half-buried on sand and mud bottoms and seizes small fish and crustaceans. The short tail bears a venomous spine that can give a painful sting wound.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Tentacled butterfly ray?
The Tentacled butterfly ray has an irregular in shape body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Tentacled butterfly ray live?
The Tentacled butterfly ray lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Tentacled butterfly ray get?
The Tentacled butterfly ray grows to a maximum of about 100 cm.
Is the Tentacled butterfly ray dangerous to humans?
The Tentacled butterfly ray is venomous — handle spines with care and seek medical help after a sting if needed.
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Same genus Gymnura
More from the family Gymnuridae
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