Urobatis jamaicensis (Cuvier, 1816)

Yellow stingray

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Classification	\| Rajiformes \| Urotrygonidae
Synonyms	Raia jamaicensis, Urolophus jamaicensis, Trygonobatus torpedinus, ... more
Common names	Yellowspotted stingray, Tembladera, Raya redonda de estero, ... more

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Main reference

Compagno, L.J.V. 1999. (Ref. 35766)
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Size / Weight / Age

Max length : 76.0 cm TL male/unsexed; (Ref. 9710)

Environment

Reef-associated; marine; depth range 1 - 25 m (Ref. 9710)

Climate / Range

Tropical; 36°N - 11°N, 100°W - 66°W (Ref. 55316)

Western Atlantic: North Carolina, USA to northern South America. Also in Bahamas, Yucatan and throughout Caribbean (Ref. 26938).
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Short description

Edge of disk no sharp angles, no dorsal fin. Well-developed caudal fin extends around tip of tail, doubly serrate spine near caudal fin base (Ref. 26938). Disk yellowish, with dark vermiculations and spots that form a variety of patterns on upper surface (Ref. 7251). Lower surface is yellowish, greenish or brownish white, tail with dark spots (Ref.6902).

Commonly found along sandy beaches to the water's edge, and especially in sandy areas in and around coral reefs (Ref. 7251). Raises front end of disc to attract prey seeking shelter (Ref. 7251). Feeds on shrimps, probably also on small fishes, clams, and worms (Ref. 12951). Known to be capable of inflicting dangerous wounds with its venomous spine. Easily approached (Ref. 9710). A live-bearing species, produces 3 to 4 young (Ref. 26938).


IUCN Red List Status (Ref. 57073)	Threat to humans
Least Concern (LC)	Venomous

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Aquarium: public aquariums


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Estimation of some characteristics with mathematical models

Resilience (Ref. 69278)

Very Low, minimum population doubling time more than 14 years (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)


Vulnerability (Ref. 59153)	Price category (Ref. 80766)
High to very high vulnerability (67 of 100)	Medium

Entered by Froese, Rainer

Modified by Bailly, Nicolas

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