The smooth butterfly ray is a distinctive ray known for its broad, diamond-shaped body and smooth skin. Typically found in shallow coastal waters, it feeds on small fish and invertebrates. This species can reach up to 36 inches in width and weigh around 20 pounds. It is generally docile, often burying itself in sand to ambush prey. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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