Eastern Shovelnose Stingaree
Trygonoptera imitata
- Group: Ray
- Typical depth: to 120 m
- Max size: 68.9 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A shovelnose stingaree of southeastern Australia, it lives on the bottom of bays and coastal waters from close to the beach out to at least 120 metres. Like its relatives it carries a venomous tail spine, so it is best given a wide berth.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Myliobatiformes › Urolophidae › Trygonoptera
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 398334.
FAQ
- How deep does the Eastern Shovelnose Stingaree live?
- The Eastern Shovelnose Stingaree (Trygonoptera imitata) is typically found at to 120 m.
- Is the Eastern Shovelnose Stingaree dangerous to divers?
- The Eastern Shovelnose Stingaree is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Eastern Shovelnose Stingaree get?
- The Eastern Shovelnose Stingaree grows to about 68.9 cm.