| Family: |
Dasyatidae (Stingrays), subfamily: Dasyatinae |
| Max. size: |
35.2 cm WD (male/unsexed); 54.5 cm WD (female) |
| Environment: |
demersal; marine; depth range 1 - 40 m |
| Distribution: |
Indo-West Pacific: Indonesia (Java ) to central China, including Taiwan. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
This demersal species is found inshore and on continental shelf to at least 50 m depth. It feeds on small bony fishes and crustaceans (Ref. 11889, 114953). Max size may reach up to 85 cm WD (Ref. 47613). Ovoviviparous (Ref. 50449). Litters of only 1 pup (Ref. 114953). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Vulnerable (VU); Date assessed: 28 August 2019 (A2d) Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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