Coffin ray

📖 Overview

Occurs inshore and offshore, ranging from the intertidal to 240 m depth . Found buried on sand and mud bottoms; sometimes found stranded out of water by the tide but is capable of surviving for hours . Feeds on crabs, worms, and fishes. It was reported that larger fishes, similar size to themselves have been found in the stomachs of Coffin rays, ingested whole through the large gape . Ovoviviparous . Maximum length probably to 92 cm TL . Both sexes mature at 40-48 cm TL; born at ca. 8-11 cm TL . A slow-moving species which uses its electric organs to stun prey. Also stuns people when accidentally stepped upon or handled .

🔬 Taxonomy

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Coffin ray is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Coffin ray is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Coffin ray is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Exhibit ovoviparity (aplacental viviparity), with embryos feeding initially on yolk, then receiving additional nourishment from the mother by indirect absorption of uterine fluid enriched with mucus, fat or protein through specialised structures . Size at birth 8 to 11 cm TL .

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Marine; reef-associated; depth range 0 - 240 m . Temperate; 18°S - 38°S, 112°E - 155°E West Pacific: endemic to Australia.

🌿 Ecology

📐 Morphometrics

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

🌐 Names & Taxonomy

Scientific Synonyms

🗺️ Global Occurrence Map

Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 1 records indexed .

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