Sharpnose Ray
📖 Overview
Sharpnose Ray (Telatrygon acutirostra) is a ray-finned fish of the family Dasyatidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. It occurs at depths between 53 and 142 metres. With a trophic level of 3.8, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Sharpnose Ray is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Sharpnose Ray is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 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 . Distinct pairing with embrace .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 53 - 142 m . Subtropical Northwest Pacific: off the coast of southern Japan and the East China Sea (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Sharpnose Ray · Sharpnose Stingray |
| 🌍CES | trnucha ostrorypá |
| 🇩🇪German | Spitznasen-Stechrochen |
| 🇯🇵Japanese | Yajiri-ei · Yajiriei · ヤジリエイ |
| 🇳🇱Dutch | Scherpsnuitpijlstaartrog |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dasyatis acutirostra | Nishida & Nakaya | 1988 | Homotypic |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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