Pelagic Eagle Ray [Myliobatis pelagicus]
Description
The Pelagic Eagle Ray is a species of eagle ray, family Myliobatidae. It is found in the tropical waters of the western Atlantic Ocean. This species is most commonly found in shallow, coastal waters over sandy or muddy bottoms. It is characterized by its diamond-shaped body, long, whip-like tail, and large head.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Cartilaginous Fish
Chondrichthyes
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| Order |
Stingrays
Myliobatiformes
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| Family |
Eagle Rays
Myliobatidae
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| Genus |
Eagle Rays
Aetomylaeus
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