Narcine brasiliensis

Rays

  • Lesser electric ray
  • Brasilianischer Zitterrochen
  • Kleine stroomrog
  • Trembleur
  • Tembladera brasileña

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic

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 1 and 43 Meters.
  • Uncommon Species
  • Hides in the sand.

Environment and movement of the nocturnal 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.

General behaviour of the species

  • The species is migrating
  • 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 : 54 cm
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
  • Diet : Sea worms - - Fishes

Relationship with humans

  • The animal can produce an electric shock
  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest