Fishing for Southern stingray

Hypanus americanus

The southern stingray is a flat-bodied marine fish with a diamond-shaped disc and a long, whip-like tail. It inhabits sandy or muddy bottoms in coastal waters and estuaries. Typically reaching up to 60 inches in length and weighing around 150 pounds, it feeds on mollusks, crustaceans, and small fish. It is known for its graceful swimming and burying behavior. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Mixed

Common depth

? - 174 ft

IUCN Status

Near threatened

Threat to humans

Traumatogenic

Source: Fishbase

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48 in · 95 lb

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