Blotched stingray
📖 Overview
Found on soft bottoms of shallow water . Feeds mainly on small crustaceans, mollusks, polychaete worms and fishes .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Blotched stingray is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Blotched stingray is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Blotched stingray is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Ovoviviparous.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 1 - 60 m . Subtropical; 32°N -
🌿 Ecology
small crustaceans, mollusks, polychaete worms and fishes (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | blotched stingray · Chilean Round Ray · Thorny Round Stingray |
| 🌍CES | tlustoocaska chilská |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Raia-disco-espinhosa |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | raya redonda moteada |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urolophus chilensis | Günther | 1872 | Synonym |
| Urolophus goodei | Jordan & Bollman | 1890 | Synonym |
| Urotrygon goodei | Jordan & Bollman | 1890 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 8 records indexed .
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