Australian Bluespotted Maskray
Neotrygon australiae
- Group: Ray
- Typical depth: 23–91 m
- Max size: 41 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: NT
Pale blue spots dot this maskray, which lies on the bottom over sand near rocky and coral reefs from the shallows down to at least 91 metres. It cruises inshore and across the continental shelf, and is listed as Near Threatened.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Myliobatiformes › Dasyatidae › Neotrygon
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1382142.
FAQ
- How deep does the Australian Bluespotted Maskray live?
- The Australian Bluespotted Maskray (Neotrygon australiae) is typically found at 23–91 m.
- Is the Australian Bluespotted Maskray dangerous to divers?
- The Australian Bluespotted Maskray is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Australian Bluespotted Maskray get?
- The Australian Bluespotted Maskray grows to about 41 cm.