Rhina ancylostoma

Rays

  • Bowmouth guitarfish
  • Rondbekkegrog
  • Raie guitare à bouche arquée

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 seen moving in its environment.
  • The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
  • The species can be found between 3 and 90 Meters.
  • Rare species.

General behaviour of the species

  • The species is territorial
  • Species generally solitary
  • The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 300 cm
  • The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
  • Diet : Fishes - - Mollusks

Relationship with humans

  • The species is good to eat
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
  • The species is classified asVulnerable