Family: |
Dasyatidae (Stingrays), subfamily: Dasyatinae |
Max. size: |
80 cm WD (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
demersal; marine; depth range 100 - 200 m |
Distribution: |
Northeast Atlantic: known only from the Mediterranean. Validity of this species questioned in Compagno's 1999 checklist (Ref. 35766). |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Found over sandy and muddy bottoms. Feeds on bottom-living invertebrates and fishes. Ovoviviparous, gestation about 4 months and about 6 to 9 young are produced. |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 04 August 2020 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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