Japanese butterflyray
(Gymnura japonica)
Image source: Jo's Animal Database
General data
Scientific names:
Japanese butterflyray
Habitat:
Saltwater
Climates:
Tropical, Subtropical
Native to coast of:
Asia
Distribution:
Pacific Ocean
Northwest Pacific: southern Japan to the China seas. Possibly in Thailand.
Max length: 100 cm TL
Inhabits sandy or muddy bottom in shallow waters. Feeds on benthic animals.
Spines covered with skin with poisonous glands. Ovoviviparous.
