Brazilian cownose ray

Rhinoptera brasiliensis

One Hundred Four Centimeters Ray of Mexican Waters

Tropical
Regional distribution
Marine fish
North America
South America
Other
Large
Tropical fish

The Brazilian cownose ray (Rhinoptera brasiliensis), also commonly called the Ticon cownose ray, is a species of fish in the family Rhinopteridae. Its range extends along the coast from the southern tip of Brazil to western Florida. Its natural habitats are shallow seas, estuarine waters, and intertidal flats.

Class: Sharks and Rays
Order: Stingrays
Family: Rhinopteridae
Genus: Rhinoptera
Maximum length: 104 cm
Water: Marine
Body shape: other
Distribution: Western Atlanitc: from the Gulf of Mexico to southern Brazil.
Conservation status: VUVulnerable

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