Banjo Rays [Trygonorrhinidae]

Description

Trygonorrhinidae, or banjo rays, are a lesser-known family within the order Rhinopristiformes. These rays are characterized by their flattened bodies and broad, wing-like pectoral fins, resembling the shape of a banjo, which is the origin of their common name. Banjo rays are found in sandy or muddy bottoms of coastal waters, estuaries, and bays, primarily in the Southern Hemisphere. They feed on crustaceans, worms, and small fish, detecting prey with electroreceptors. Reproduction is ovoviviparous, with females giving birth to live young. Banjo rays are generally small to medium in size and are not well studied, making their conservation status unclear.

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