Bengal whipray
📖 Overview
Demersal on insular and continental shelves, and occasionally found in coastal embayments ; primarily in shallow water from near the shore in estuaries to nearby fishing grounds in bays . Ovoviviparous . Caught in large quantities as by-catch of bottom trawl and trammel net fisheries. Utilized for its meat, but of limited value due to its very small size.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Bengal whipray is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bengal whipray is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Bengal whipray is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Ovoviviparous , with histotrophy. Gives birth to litters of 1-2 pups; no reproductive synchronicity. Born at 8-10 cm WD. Distinct pairing with embrace .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; brackish; demersal; depth range 0 - 40 m . Tropical; 30°N - 10°N, 34°E - 76°E East of Bok Ye-gan).
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Bengal whipray is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for Bengal whipray is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Bengal whipray has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dasyatis walga | Müller & Henle | 1841 | Synonym |
| Himantura walga | Müller & Henle | 1841 | Synonym |
| Trygon walga | Müller & Henle | 1841 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 6 records indexed .
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