Blind Electric Rays [Diplobatis]

Description

The Blind Electric Rays, belonging to the genus Diplobatis, are distinguished by their relatively small eyes, contributing to their common name. These rays inhabit sandy and muddy bottoms in shallow coastal waters, primarily in tropical regions. They possess specialized organs capable of generating electric fields, which are used both for navigation in their low-visibility environments and for stunning prey. Diplobatis species are characterized by a rounded disc shape and a diet that includes small fish and crustaceans.

Species

Blind Electric Ray [Typhlonarke aysoni]

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Offshore Electric Ray [Typhlonarke tarakea]