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Blotched stingray

Urotrygon chilensis

Near Threatened

About

The Blotched stingray (Urotrygon chilensis) is a species in the genus Urotrygon. It is currently classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List. Native to South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Chile. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇨🇱 Chile

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Elasmobranchii

Order

Myliobatiformes (Stechrochenartige)

Species

Urotrygon chilensis (Blotched stingray)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Raya

French Raie ronde chilienne

Similar Species in Urotrygon

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Smalleyed round stingray

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Blotched stingray?

The scientific name of Blotched stingray is Urotrygon chilensis. It belongs to the genus Urotrygon.

What is the conservation status of Blotched stingray?

Blotched stingray (Urotrygon chilensis) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Blotched stingray live?

Blotched stingray is found in Found in Chile. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Chile.

What family does Blotched stingray belong to?

Blotched stingray (Urotrygon chilensis) belongs to the genus Urotrygon, which is part of the taxonomic family Urotrygonidae.

What kingdom does Blotched stingray belong to?

Blotched stingray (Urotrygon chilensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Blotched stingray?

The closest relatives of Blotched stingray in the genus Urotrygon include Dwarf round ray, Cimar Round Ray, Munda round ray, Lined round stingray, Panamic stingray.