Species FishYellow Stingray

Yellow Stingray

Urobatis jamaicensis

UncommonFish
Illustration of Yellow Stingray (Urobatis jamaicensis)
Safety note: Caution: Venomous sting can cause injury.

The Yellow Stingray is characterized by its flat, disc-shaped body and bright yellow coloration. They are often found buried in the sand, making them hard to spot.

Habitat
Commonly inhabits shallow coastal waters and sandy bottoms.
Diet
Carnivorous, feeding on crustaceans and small fish.
How common
Uncommon

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