Freshwater whipray
Urogymnus polylepis
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Brackish
Overview
Freshwater whipray (Urogymnus polylepis) is a brackish-water fish of the family Dasyatidae (Whiptail Stingrays), in the order Myliobatiformes. Maximum recorded length is 240 cm, with a maximum published weight of 600 kg. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 240,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 600,0 kg |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Tipo de Água
Brackish
Taxonomy
| Ordem | Myliobatiformes (Rays & Stingrays) |
| Família | Dasyatidae (Whiptail Stingrays) |
| Espécies | Urogymnus polylepis |
Perguntas Frequentes
How big does Freshwater whipray get?
Freshwater whipray can grow up to 240.0 cm long and weigh 600.0 kg.
Where is Freshwater whipray found?
Estuaries
What family does Freshwater whipray belong to?
Freshwater whipray (Urogymnus polylepis) belongs to the family Dasyatidae (Whiptail Stingrays) in the order Myliobatiformes (Rays & Stingrays).
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