Glaucostegus halavi

Rays

  • Halavi's guitarfish
  • Halav - Geigenrochen
  • Raie guitare
  • Pez Guitarra Halavi
  • Squalo chitarra

Distribution

  • The Red Sea

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
  • The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
  • The species can be found between 1 and 40 Meters.
  • Uncommon Species
  • Hides in the sand.
  • Endemic species.

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 : 120 cm
  • The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.

Relationship with humans

  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!