Tasmanian Numbfish
Narcinops tasmaniensis
- Group: Ray
- Typical depth: 5–640 m
- Max size: 47 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The Tasmanian numbfish rests on sand and mud bottoms, sometimes near rocky reefs, from the shallows down to about 640 metres. It feeds on amphipods, shrimp and worms, grows to roughly 47 centimetres, and like other electric rays can stun prey with current from organs in its disc.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Torpediniformes › Narcinidae › Narcinops
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1460171.
FAQ
- How deep does the Tasmanian Numbfish live?
- The Tasmanian Numbfish (Narcinops tasmaniensis) is typically found at 5–640 m.
- Is the Tasmanian Numbfish dangerous to divers?
- The Tasmanian Numbfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Tasmanian Numbfish get?
- The Tasmanian Numbfish grows to about 47 cm.