Safety note: Handle with care due to venomous spine.
The Common Stingaree has a flat, disc-shaped body and a long, slender tail with a venomous spine. This species is known for its ability to camouflage itself on the ocean floor.
Habitat
Inhabits sandy and muddy bottoms in coastal waters.
Diet
Feeds on small fish and invertebrates.
How common
Common
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