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The Snouted eagle ray (Myliobatis longirostris) is a saltwater fish of the family Myliobatidae that grows up to 95 cm.
Description
The snouted eagle ray is an eagle ray (Myliobatidae) from coastal waters of the eastern Pacific, from Mexico to Chile. The species grows to about 1 metre wide and has a flattened, diamond-shaped, brown body with pointed, wing-like pectoral fins, a projecting snout and a long whip tail with a venomous spine at its base. As an active swimmer it travels over sand and mud bottoms and crushes molluscs and crustaceans with plate-like jaws. The tail spine can give a painful sting wound.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Snouted eagle ray?
The Snouted eagle ray has an irregular in shape body and is mainly brown. Bears venomous spines or tissue; handle with great care.
Where does the Snouted eagle ray live?
The Snouted eagle ray lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. North America: Mexico, Peru
How big does the Snouted eagle ray get?
The Snouted eagle ray grows to a maximum of about 95 cm.
Is the Snouted eagle ray dangerous to humans?
The Snouted eagle ray is venomous — handle spines with care and seek medical help after a sting if needed. For a sting from the tail spine: rinse the wound with seawater, apply pressure to limit bleeding and immerse the part for 30-90 minutes in water as hot as can be tolerated (about 45 C). The wound is often deep and may contain spine fragments; seek medical care, have the wound cleaned and check tetanus status.
Is the Snouted eagle ray edible?
The Snouted eagle ray is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Myliobatis
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