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Longnose Stingray

Hypanus guttatus

Classification

The longnose stingray (Hypanus guttatus) is a species of stingray in the family Dasyatidae, native to the western Atlantic Ocean from the southern Gulf of Mexico to Brazil. Found in coastal waters no deeper than 36 m (118 ft), this demersal species favors muddy or sandy habitats. The longnose stingray is characterized by its angular, rhomboid pectoral fin disc, moderately projecting snout, and whip-like tail with a dorsal keel and ventral fin fold.

Distribution

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Countries in the Picchu catalog
Brazil · 254France · 9