Peruvian Eagle Ray
Myliobatis peruviana
- Group: Ray
- Typical depth: 1–100 m
- Max size: 1.2 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: VU
The Peruvian eagle ray glides over coastal bottoms on broad, winglike fins, a relative of the eagle rays that crush shellfish with plated jaws. It bears live young and can reach well over a metre across.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Myliobatiformes › Myliobatidae › Myliobatis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1841067.
FAQ
- How deep does the Peruvian Eagle Ray live?
- The Peruvian Eagle Ray (Myliobatis peruviana) is typically found at 1–100 m.
- Is the Peruvian Eagle Ray dangerous to divers?
- The Peruvian Eagle Ray is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Peruvian Eagle Ray get?
- The Peruvian Eagle Ray grows to about 1.2 m.