Neotrygon kuhlii

Rays

Blue-spotted maskray
Grauer Stechrochen
Grijze pijlstaartrog
Pastenagues à pois bleus

Distribution

The tropical Pacific
The Red Sea
The Indian Ocean

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 0 and 90 Meters.
Rare 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 : 70 cm
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.

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

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!