Vermiculate Electric Ray
Narcine vermiculata
- Group: Ray
- Typical depth: 10–60 m
- Max size: 60 cm
- For divers: caution
- IUCN status: LC
Patterned with worm like squiggles across its disc, this electric ray rests on soft bottoms in sheltered coastal water. It can loose a powerful electric shock from organs in its body, stunning small prey and warning off anything that disturbs it.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Torpediniformes › Narcinidae › Narcine
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1486845.
FAQ
- How deep does the Vermiculate Electric Ray live?
- The Vermiculate Electric Ray (Narcine vermiculata) is typically found at 10–60 m.
- Is the Vermiculate Electric Ray dangerous to divers?
- Divers should approach the Vermiculate Electric Ray with care.
- How big does the Vermiculate Electric Ray get?
- The Vermiculate Electric Ray grows to about 60 cm.