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Finless sleeper ray

Temera hardwickii Gray, 1831
Max Length
46 cm
Max Weight
Lifespan
Trophic Level
3.3
Depth
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
Low
Vulnerability
24.00/100
Typical Length
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Found in continental waters, both inshore and offshore ; primarily inshore on soft substrates . Probably feeds on small benthic invertebrates. Females reported to produce 4 pups a litter . Biology little known . Maturity size of males reaches at 8-10 cm TL .

Scientific Name
Temera hardwickii
Authority
Gray, 1831
Habitat
Marine
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
VU
Max Length
46 cm
Trophic Level
3.3
Resilience
Low
Vulnerability
24.00/100
Salinity
30–40 ppt

🔬 Taxonomy

Genus
Temera
Temera
Species
Finless sleeper ray
Temera hardwickii

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Finless sleeper ray is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Finless sleeper ray is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Finless sleeper ray is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Size at Maturity
11.5cm TL

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Marine; demersal. Tropical; 13°N - 2°N, 92°E - 111°E West Pacific; Thailand to Vietnam, including Malaysia.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
🌊 Marine ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
3.3±0.3
Food Items

small benthic invertebrates

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.01 × L3.04 (TL)
Max TL
46cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
30–40ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Vulnerable
Assessment Date
2020

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
Low
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
24.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.3
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Gray, 1831

🍽️ Edibility & Flavour

Nutrition

Detailed nutritional data for Finless sleeper ray is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.

🔬 Mercury Safety

Mercury data for Finless sleeper ray has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.

🌿 Sustainability

Best Choice
Healthy stocks, low impact
Good Alternative
Well-managed, minor concerns
Use Caution
Check sourcing and season
Avoid
Overfished or high impact

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