Atlantic Thorntail Stingray [Atrispinum sector]
Description
The Atlantic Thorntail Stingray is a species of fish in the family Dasyatidae. It is found in the Atlantic Ocean, specifically in the western part, stretching from the Gulf of Mexico to Brazil. It favors sandy or muddy bottoms and is often found near the shore. The species is characterized by a diamond-shaped body, a long, whip-like tail, and a dorsal fin located near the tip of the tail. The tail has a sharp, venomous spine. Their diet consists of small fish and invertebrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Flatworms
Platyhelminthes
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|---|---|
| Class |
Monogenea
Monogenea
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| Order |
Mazocraeidea
Mazocraeidea
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| Family |
Microcotylidae
Microcotylidae
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| Genus |
Atrispinum
Atrispinum
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