The Bigtooth river stingray (Potamotrygon henlei) is a freshwater fish of the family Potamotrygonidae that grows up to 45 cm.
Description
The Bigtooth river stingray is a freshwater stingray (Potamotrygonidae) from fresh water of the Tocantins basin in Brazil. The species grows to about 45 cm across and has a round, flattened disc, which is black with conspicuous orange to yellow spots, and a tail with a venomous spine. As a bottom-dweller it often lies half-buried on sand and mud bottoms of rivers and searches for molluscs, crustaceans and small fish. The tail spine can inflict a very painful wound; never walk on sandy bottoms without shuffling.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bigtooth river stingray?
The Bigtooth river stingray has an irregular in shape body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Bigtooth river stingray live?
The Bigtooth river stingray lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Bigtooth river stingray get?
The Bigtooth river stingray grows to a maximum of about 45 cm.
Is the Bigtooth river stingray dangerous to humans?
The Bigtooth river stingray is venomous — handle spines with care and seek medical help after a sting if needed.
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Same genus Potamotrygon
More from the family Potamotrygonidae
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