The Bennett's stingray (Hemitrygon bennettii) is a saltwater fish of the family Dasyatidae that grows up to 35 cm.
Description
Bennett's stingray is a stingray (Dasyatidae) from coastal waters of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 50 cm wide and has a flattened, diamond-shaped, grey-brown body with a pointed snout and a long, thin whip tail bearing one or more venomous spines. As a bottom-dweller it searches sand and mud bottoms for crustaceans, molluscs and small fish. The tail spine can give an extremely painful sting wound.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bennett's stingray?
The Bennett's stingray has an irregular in shape body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Bennett's stingray live?
The Bennett's stingray lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Bennett's stingray get?
The Bennett's stingray grows to a maximum of about 35 cm.
Is the Bennett's stingray dangerous to humans?
The Bennett's stingray is venomous — handle spines with care and seek medical help after a sting if needed.
Is the Bennett's stingray edible?
Yes, the Bennett's stingray is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Hemitrygon
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