Ocellated electric ray
📖 Overview
A nocturnal and solitary species found on sand and rock bottoms, in bays and on coral reefs . Feeds on small crustaceans, worms, and fishes . The smallest adult males known ca. 15 cm TL, females ca. 18 cm TL .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Ocellated electric ray is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Ocellated electric ray is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 3 - 94 m , usually ? - 65 m . Tropical; 28°N - 2°S, 113°W - 83°W
🌿 Ecology
small crustaceans, worms, and fishes (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diplobatus ommata | Jordan & Gilbert | 1890 | Synonym |
| Discopyge ommata | Jordan & Gilbert | 1890 | Synonym |
| Narcine ommata | Clark | 1936 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 35 records indexed .
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