Butterfly ray
Gymnura altavela
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 400,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 60,0 kg |
| Plage de profondeur | 5-100m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
5-100m
Informations sur la pêche
Poisson de pêche sportive
Oui
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Myliobatiformes (Rays & Stingrays) |
| Famille | Gymnuridae (Butterfly Rays) |
| Espèces | Gymnura altavela |
Foire aux questions
How big does Butterfly ray get?
Butterfly ray can grow up to 400.0 cm long and weigh 60.0 kg.
What family does Butterfly ray belong to?
Butterfly ray (Gymnura altavela) belongs to the family Gymnuridae (Butterfly Rays) in the order Myliobatiformes (Rays & Stingrays).
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