Brazilian Large-Eyed Stingray
Hypanus marianae
- Group: Ray
- Typical depth: 2–15 m
- Max size: 40 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: EN
A small stingray of northeastern Brazil, the Brazilian largeeyed ray keeps to coral or sandstone reefs on the shelf, while juveniles turn up on sandy beaches and in estuaries. It bears live young and is listed as Endangered.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Myliobatiformes › Dasyatidae › Hypanus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1042862.
FAQ
- How deep does the Brazilian Large-Eyed Stingray live?
- The Brazilian Large-Eyed Stingray (Hypanus marianae) is typically found at 2–15 m.
- Is the Brazilian Large-Eyed Stingray dangerous to divers?
- The Brazilian Large-Eyed Stingray is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Brazilian Large-Eyed Stingray get?
- The Brazilian Large-Eyed Stingray grows to about 40 cm.