The Backwater butterfly ray is a distinctive ray species known for its broad, diamond-shaped body and smooth skin. It typically inhabits shallow coastal waters and estuaries. This ray feeds on small fish and invertebrates. It can reach up to 30 inches in width and weigh around 20 pounds. Generally solitary, it exhibits a graceful swimming behavior. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Backwater butterfly ray
Colleton County Coast
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Backwater butterfly ray
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