Indian fanray
📖 Overview
Indian fanray (Platyrhina psomadakisi), first described by White & Last, 2016 is a medium-sized fish in the family Platyrhinidae (order Torpediniformes). Adults typically reach 38.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 60 to 160 metres. It occurs in Tropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Near Threatened.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Indian fanray is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Indian fanray is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; benthopelagic; depth range 60 - 160 m . Tropical; 16°N - 10°N, 94°E - 97°E Indian Ocean: off Myanmar.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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