Dasyatis pastinaca

Rays

Common stingray
Gemeiner Stechrochen
Pijlstaartrog
Raie pastenague
Pastinaca
Pastinaca

Distribution

The temperate Atlantic
The Mediterranean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
The species is generally motionless in its environment
The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
The species can be found between 5 and 200 Meters.
Uncommon Species
Hides in the sand.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally solitary
Hides in the sand.
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 60 cm
Maximum age known : 21 year(s)
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
Diet : - Sea worms - Mollusks

Relationship with humans

The spines of the animal can be very dangerous
The species is good to eat
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing