Freshwater whipray
📖 Overview
This benthic species is found mainly in rivers, estuaries and low salinity coastal environments. It feeds mainly on small fishes and prawns, which it actively pursues, even beaching itself to trap prey .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Freshwater whipray is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Freshwater whipray is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Freshwater whipray is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Freshwater whipray is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; freshwater; brackish; benthopelagic; depth range 1 - 4 m . Tropical
🌿 Ecology
small fishes and prawns, which it actively pursues, even beaching itself to trap prey (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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