Butterfly ray
Gymnura altavela
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Saltwater
Overview
Butterfly ray (Gymnura altavela) is a marine fish of the family Gymnuridae (Butterfly Rays), in the order Myliobatiformes. Maximum recorded length is 400 cm, with a maximum published weight of 60 kg. Its recorded depth range is 5–100 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 400.0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 60.0 kg |
| गहराई सीमा | 5-100m |
Habitat & Distribution
जल प्रकार
Saltwater
गहराई सीमा
5-100m
मछली पकड़ने की जानकारी
खेल मछली
हाँ
Taxonomy
| गण | Myliobatiformes (Rays & Stingrays) |
| कुल | Gymnuridae (Butterfly Rays) |
| प्रजातियाँ | Gymnura altavela |
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न
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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