Blotched Fantail Ray

Taeniura meyeni
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Quick Facts

Scientific nameTaeniura meyeni
Other namesBlack Blotched Stingray, Blackspotted Stingray, Giant Reef Ray, Round Ribbontail Ray
SizeUp to 3.3 m (10.8 ft) TL
WeightUp to 150 kg (330 lb)
FamilyStingray / Dasyatidae

Distribution

Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal to offshore waters amongst sandy & rubble areas of coral reefs
Depth Range0 - 500 m (1,640 ft)
Blotched Fantail Ray Distribution