Spotted Shovelnose Ray
Aptychotrema timorensis
- Group: Ray
- Typical depth: to 124 m
- Max size: 58.2 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: VU
A flattened bottom ray of inshore continental shelf, the shovelnose ray glides over the seabed on a body shaped like a guitar. Its biology is barely documented, and pressure on its shallow habitat has left it classed as vulnerable.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Rhinopristiformes › Trygonorrhinidae › Aptychotrema
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 279674.
FAQ
- How deep does the Spotted Shovelnose Ray live?
- The Spotted Shovelnose Ray (Aptychotrema timorensis) is typically found at to 124 m.
- Is the Spotted Shovelnose Ray dangerous to divers?
- The Spotted Shovelnose Ray is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Spotted Shovelnose Ray get?
- The Spotted Shovelnose Ray grows to about 58.2 cm.