Bleeker's Whipray
Pateobatis bleekeri
- Group: Ray
- Typical depth: to 30 m
- Max size: 84 cm
- For divers: dangerous
- IUCN status: EN
A broad muddy bottom ray that pushes into estuaries and feeds on small crustaceans and other burrowing invertebrates down to about forty metres. It carries a venomous spine on its long whip like tail, and the mother gives birth to live young. The species is endangered.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Myliobatiformes › Dasyatidae › Pateobatis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1043413.
FAQ
- How deep does the Bleeker's Whipray live?
- The Bleeker's Whipray (Pateobatis bleekeri) is typically found at to 30 m.
- Is the Bleeker's Whipray dangerous to divers?
- The Bleeker's Whipray can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Bleeker's Whipray get?
- The Bleeker's Whipray grows to about 84 cm.