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Raya mariposa de Natal

Gymnura natalensis

Least Concern
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The Backwater butterfly ray (Gymnura natalensis) is a species in the genus Gymnura. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Raya mariposa de Natal
French Raie-papillon du Natal
German Schmetterlingsrochen

Similar Species in Gymnura

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Guayanesa
Gymnura micrura
Near Threatened
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Manta
Gymnura altavela
Endangered
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Raya manta
Gymnura crebripunctata
Near Threatened
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Raya manta
Gymnura marmorata
Near Threatened
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Australian butterfly ray
Gymnura australis
Least Concern
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Japanese butterfly ray
Gymnura japonica
Vulnerable
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Bleeker's butterfly ray
Gymnura zonura
Endangered
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Tentacled butterfly ray
Gymnura tentaculata
Critically Endangered
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Elasmobranchii
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Myliobatiformes
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Gymnuridae
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Gymnura
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Raya mariposa de Natal?
The scientific name of Raya mariposa de Natal is Gymnura natalensis. It belongs to the genus Gymnura.
What is the conservation status of Raya mariposa de Natal?
Raya mariposa de Natal (Gymnura natalensis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Raya mariposa de Natal belong to?
Raya mariposa de Natal (Gymnura natalensis) belongs to the genus Gymnura, which is part of the taxonomic family Gymnuridae.
Is Raya mariposa de Natal endangered?
No, Raya mariposa de Natal (Gymnura natalensis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Raya mariposa de Natal belong to?
Raya mariposa de Natal (Gymnura natalensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Raya mariposa de Natal?
The closest relatives of Raya mariposa de Natal in the genus Gymnura include Guayanesa, Manta, Raya manta, Raya manta, Japanese butterfly ray.

Genus Gymnura — 10 Species

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Guayanesa
Gymnura micrura
NT 🐾
Manta
Gymnura altavela
EN 🐾
Raya manta
Gymnura marmorata
NT 🐾
Raya manta
Gymnura crebripunctata
NT
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Raya mariposa de Natal
Gymnura natalensis
LC
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Japanese butterfly ray
Gymnura japonica
VU 🐾
Bleeker's butterfly ray
Gymnura zonura
EN 🐾
Butterfly ray
Gymnura poecilura
VU 🐾
Australian butterfly ray
Gymnura australis
LC 🐾
Tentacled butterfly ray
Gymnura tentaculata
CR
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