Western Shovelnose Ray [Aptychotrema bancrofti]
Description
The Western Shovelnose Ray is a species of guitarfish found in the coastal waters of Western Australia. It is characterized by its diamond-shaped body, long, pointed snout, and uniform grey or brown color. This species is a bottom-dweller that is commonly found in sandy or muddy areas in shallow coastal waters and estuaries.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Cartilaginous Fish
Chondrichthyes
|
| Order |
Carpet Sharks
Orectolobiformes
|
| Family |
Blind Sharks
Brachaeluridae
|
| Genus |
Blind Sharks
Brachaelurus
|