California Butterfly Ray
Gymnura marmorata
- Group: Ray
- Typical depth: 1–94 m
- Max size: 1 m
- For divers: dangerous
- IUCN status: NT
A broad, kite shaped ray that glides over warm shallow bays and beaches, hunting crustaceans and small fishes. It carries a small venom apparatus that serves mainly for defence, gives birth to live young, and can reach about a metre and a half across. It is listed as Near Threatened.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Myliobatiformes › Gymnuridae › Gymnura
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 271479.
FAQ
- How deep does the California Butterfly Ray live?
- The California Butterfly Ray (Gymnura marmorata) is typically found at 1–94 m.
- Is the California Butterfly Ray dangerous to divers?
- The California Butterfly Ray can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the California Butterfly Ray get?
- The California Butterfly Ray grows to about 1 m.