Taiwan Torpedo Ray
Tetronarce formosa
- Group: Ray
- Typical depth: to 300 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: NT
A torpedo ray of offshore waters off Taiwan, it carries the electric organs typical of its family to stun prey and deter trouble. Its life history is largely a blank, though pups are born at around twenty to twenty five centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Torpediniformes › Torpedinidae › Tetronarce
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 845705.
FAQ
- How deep does the Taiwan Torpedo Ray live?
- The Taiwan Torpedo Ray (Tetronarce formosa) is typically found at to 300 m.
- Is the Taiwan Torpedo Ray dangerous to divers?
- The Taiwan Torpedo Ray is harmless to divers.