Whiptail Stingrays [Dasyatis]

Description

Dasyatis is a diverse genus of stingrays characterized by their elongated, whip-like tails, which bear one or more venomous stingers. These stingrays inhabit a wide range of marine environments, including coastal waters, estuaries, and sometimes freshwater. Whiptail stingrays have a flattened, diamond-shaped body and are often found buried in sand or mud on the ocean floor, waiting to ambush their prey. Their diet mainly consists of small fish, crustaceans, and mollusks.