Ocellated Electric Ray
Diplobatis ommata
- Group: Ray
- Typical depth: 3–94 m
- Max size: 25 cm
- For divers: caution
- IUCN status: LC
The ocellated electric ray hunts by night over sand and rock in bays and on coral reefs, working alone. It generates electricity to stun small crustaceans, worms and fishes, and reaches about 25 cm.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Torpediniformes › Narcinidae › Diplobatis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 280551.
FAQ
- How deep does the Ocellated Electric Ray live?
- The Ocellated Electric Ray (Diplobatis ommata) is typically found at 3–94 m.
- Is the Ocellated Electric Ray dangerous to divers?
- Divers should approach the Ocellated Electric Ray with care.
- How big does the Ocellated Electric Ray get?
- The Ocellated Electric Ray grows to about 25 cm.