Clown Guitarfish [Rhynchobatus cooki]
Description
The Clown Guitarfish is a relatively small species in the genus, reaching up to 1.5 meters in length. It is known for its unique coloration, with dark spots on a light background on the upper body and a pale underbody. This species is found in the western Indian Ocean, primarily off the coast of Somalia. The Clown Guitarfish is a bottom dweller, often found on sandy or muddy bottoms, and feeds on a diet of crustaceans and small fishes.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Cartilaginous Fish
Chondrichthyes
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| Order |
Sawback and Guitarfish
Rhiniformes
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| Family |
Wedgefishes
Rhinidae
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| Genus |
Giant Guitarfish
Glaucostegus
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