The Painted dwarf electric ray (Diplobatis pictus) is a fish of the family Narcinidae that grows up to 25 cm.
Description
The painted dwarf electric ray is a small electric ray (Narcinidae) from shallow sand and mud water of the western Atlantic and Caribbean. The species grows to about 25 cm and has a round, flat, soft disc with a fine marbled or spotted pattern and a short tail. In its 'wings' it carries electric organs with which it stuns prey and defends itself. Half-buried it searches for worms and small crustaceans. A touch can give a person an electric shock.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Painted dwarf electric ray?
The Painted dwarf electric ray has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Painted dwarf electric ray live?
The Painted dwarf electric ray is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Painted dwarf electric ray get?
The Painted dwarf electric ray grows to a maximum of about 25 cm.
Is the Painted dwarf electric ray dangerous to humans?
The Painted dwarf electric ray can cause injury; handle it with care.
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Same genus Diplobatis
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