The Snouted eagle ray (Myliobatis longirostris) is a saltwater fish of the family Myliobatidae that grows up to 95 cm.
Description
The snouted eagle ray is an eagle ray (Myliobatidae) from coastal waters of the eastern Pacific, from Mexico to Chile. The species grows to about 1 metre wide and has a flattened, diamond-shaped, brown body with pointed, wing-like pectoral fins, a projecting snout and a long whip tail with a venomous spine at its base. As an active swimmer it travels over sand and mud bottoms and crushes molluscs and crustaceans with plate-like jaws. The tail spine can give a painful sting wound.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Snouted eagle ray?
The Snouted eagle ray has an irregular in shape body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Snouted eagle ray live?
The Snouted eagle ray lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Snouted eagle ray get?
The Snouted eagle ray grows to a maximum of about 95 cm.
Is the Snouted eagle ray dangerous to humans?
The Snouted eagle ray is venomous — handle spines with care and seek medical help after a sting if needed.
Is the Snouted eagle ray edible?
The Snouted eagle ray is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Myliobatis
More from the family Myliobatidae
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