Bluespotted Ribbontail Ray

Taeniura lymma

Family: Ray Category: Carnivore Max size: 35 cm

Species information

Habitat: Coral reefs, sandy bottoms
Distribution: Indo-Pacific region
Food: Mollusks, crabs, shrimps
Way of living: Solitary or small groups
Behavior: Often found resting on sandy floors, it uses its flattened body to dig for prey or to hide under sand. Its venomous tail spines serve as a defense mechanism.

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