Fishing for Blotched fantail ray

Taeniurops meyeni

The blotched fantail ray is a large, bottom-dwelling ray characterized by its rounded pectoral disc and distinctive blotched pattern. It inhabits tropical and subtropical coastal waters, often near coral reefs. Typically reaching up to 79 inches in length and weighing around 220 pounds, it feeds on crustaceans and small fish. This ray is generally solitary and exhibits nocturnal behavior. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

Common depth

3 ft - 1640 ft

IUCN Status

Vulnerable

Threat to humans

Venomous

Source: Fishbase

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