The Thornback ray is a cartilaginous fish characterized by its distinctive thorn-like spines on its back. It inhabits coastal and shelf waters, favoring sandy or muddy seabeds. Typically reaching up to 39 inches and weighing around 20 pounds, it feeds on crustaceans, small fish, and mollusks. This species exhibits a benthic lifestyle, often burying itself in sediment. This summary is AI generated
Water type
Common depth
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Thornback ray
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