Reef Stingray [Taeniura lymma]
Description
Reef stingrays are commonly seen along sandy patches and near reef edges, where they glide smoothly and can look almost “hovering” over the bottom. With their distinctive spots and gentle, unhurried movement, they’re a favorite sight for divers—especially when they settle into the sand and become harder to spot.
Where To See Reef Stingray
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Fish, Sharks & Rays (plus Sea Turtles & Whales)
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Elasmobranchs (Sharks, Rays, Skates)
Elasmobranchii
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| Order |
Eagle Rays and Their Relatives
Myliobatiformes
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| Family |
Sting Rays
Dasyatidae
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| Genus |
Taeniura
Taeniura
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