Bentfin Devilray
Mobula thurstoni
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameMobula thurstoni
Other namesLesser Devil Ray, Smoothtail Devil Ray, Smoothtail Mobula, Thurston's Devil Ray
SizeUp to 1.8 m (5.9 ft) DW
WeightUp to 54 kg (120 lb)
FamilyEagle/Manta Ray / Myliobatidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal & oceanic waters often near the coastline but also offshore amongst pinnacles & seamounts
Depth Range0 - 100 m (328 ft)
