Smooth Butterfly Ray [Gymnura]

Description

Gymnura is a genus of rays known for their smooth skin, lacking the denticles or thorns found in many other ray species. These rays have a broad, disc-shaped body and long, slender tails. They inhabit a variety of marine environments, from coastal bays to deeper offshore waters, and are known for their agile swimming capabilities.

Species
Smooth Butterfly Ray [Gymnura micrura]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Chordates
Chordata
Class Cartilaginous Fish
Chondrichthyes
Order Stingrays
Myliobatiformes
Family Butterfly Rays
Gymnuridae
Statistics
  • Species 1