Rhinoptera bonasus

Rays

1 / 3
  • Cownose ray
  • Kuhrochen
  • Echte koeneusrog
  • Mourine américaine
  • Mancha;Cara de vaca

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic
  • The temperate Atlantic

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally found in the open sea.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
  • The species can be found between 0 and 22 Meters.
  • Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

  • The species is migrating
  • Lives in large groups
  • The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 200 cm
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
  • Diet : Bivalve mollusks
  • The animal can show variable colouring

Relationship with humans

  • The spines of the animal can be dangerous
  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!