Hypanus americanus

Rays

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  • Southern stingray
  • Amerikanischer Stechrochen
  • Amerikaanse pijlstaartrog
  • Pastenague américaine
  • Raya látigo americana
  • Razza spinosa

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 0 and 50 Meters.
  • Common species.
  • Hides in the sand.

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

  • The species is generally observed in seagrass among algae or phanerogams.
  • 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 territorial
  • 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 : 150 cm
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
  • Diet : - Sea worms - Shrimps

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!