Pacific Cownose Ray
Rhinoptera steindachneri
- Group: Ray
- Typical depth: 0–65 m
- Max size: 91.6 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: NT
Named for the blunt, cow nosed snout above its mouth, this ray gathers in schools over soft bottoms near rocky and coral reefs. It sometimes swims close to the surface and even leaps clear of the water, and adults grind up crabs and clams on the seabed.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Myliobatiformes › Rhinopteridae › Rhinoptera
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 271498.
FAQ
- How deep does the Pacific Cownose Ray live?
- The Pacific Cownose Ray (Rhinoptera steindachneri) is typically found at 0–65 m.
- Is the Pacific Cownose Ray dangerous to divers?
- The Pacific Cownose Ray is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Pacific Cownose Ray get?
- The Pacific Cownose Ray grows to about 91.6 cm.