The Brown-reticulate stingray (Neotrygon leylandi) is a saltwater fish of the family Dasyatidae that grows up to 25 cm.
Description
The painted maskray is a small stingray (Dasyatidae) from coastal waters of northern Australia. The species grows to about 25 cm wide and has a rhomboid, flattened body with a yellow-brown reticulate and spotted pattern on the upper side and a dark mask over the eyes. The tail carries one or more serrated venomous spines. As a bottom-dweller it lies half-buried on sand and mud bottoms between about five and eighty metres and crushes small crustaceans and worms. It is not aggressive, but the tail spine can inflict a painful, venomous wound.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Brown-reticulate stingray?
The Brown-reticulate stingray has an irregular in shape body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern.
Where does the Brown-reticulate stingray live?
The Brown-reticulate stingray lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Brown-reticulate stingray get?
The Brown-reticulate stingray grows to a maximum of about 25 cm.
Is the Brown-reticulate stingray dangerous to humans?
The Brown-reticulate stingray is venomous — handle spines with care and seek medical help after a sting if needed.
Is the Brown-reticulate stingray edible?
The Brown-reticulate stingray is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Neotrygon
More from the family Dasyatidae
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