A iillustration on white background of the Australian Whipray,dorsal view with a yellowish to pale brownish colour densely covered in dark-brown spots.
A iillustration on white background of the Australian Whipray,dorsal view with a yellowish to pale brownish colour densely covered in dark-brown spots.
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Australian Whipray,Himantura australis

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Description

Reference

IB3262

Category

Sharks and Rays

Family Name

Stingrays - DASYATIDAE

Common Name

Australian Whipray

Scientific Name

Himantura australis

Artist Name

Roger Swainston

Notes

The Australian Whipray attains a maximum size of 350 cm in total length. Inhabits sandy and muddy areas, sometimes around rocky reefs in shallow coastal waters.It feeds mostly on prawns and crabs but also consumes bristle worms.
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