Australian round ray [Neotrygon australiae]
Description
In suitable coastal habitats, divers might see this ray hovering just above the seafloor or gliding along the sand. Its calm, deliberate movements and rounded shape make it a favorite for underwater photographers, especially when it pauses to feed.
Where To See Australian round ray
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Fish, Sharks & Rays (plus Sea Turtles & Whales)
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Elasmobranchs (Sharks, Rays, Skates)
Elasmobranchii
|
| Order |
Eagle Rays and Their Relatives
Myliobatiformes
|
| Family |
Sting Rays
Dasyatidae
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| Genus |
Neotrygon
Neotrygon
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