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