Whitespotted Guitarfish
Rhinobatos albomaculatus
- Group: Ray
- Typical depth: to 35 m
- Max size: 75 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: CR
This flattened ray glides over inshore sand off West Africa, staying close to the bottom where it hunts fish and shrimp. Females bear only two or three pups at a time, and heavy fishing pressure has left it critically endangered.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Rhinopristiformes › Rhinobatidae › Rhinobatos
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 271593.
FAQ
- How deep does the Whitespotted Guitarfish live?
- The Whitespotted Guitarfish (Rhinobatos albomaculatus) is typically found at to 35 m.
- Is the Whitespotted Guitarfish dangerous to divers?
- The Whitespotted Guitarfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Whitespotted Guitarfish get?
- The Whitespotted Guitarfish grows to about 75 cm.