Ocellated River Stingray [Potamotrygon motoro]
Description
The Ocellated River Stingray is a freshwater species found in South America, specifically in the Amazon, Parana, Orinoco, and Paraguay River basins. It is known for its unique color patterns, which consist of a tan or brown base with yellow, orange, or peach colored spots. It is one of the most common stingrays kept in aquariums due to its rich color and pattern.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Cartilaginous Fish
Chondrichthyes
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| Order |
Stingrays
Myliobatiformes
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| Family |
Giant Stingrays
Dasyatidae
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| Genus |
River Stingrays
Plesiotrygon
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