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Aguila de mar

Myliobatis aquila

Not Evaluated

About

The common bull ray (<em>Myliobatis aquila</em>) is a large elasmobranch found in the coastal and offshore waters of Denmark, Norway, Portugal, and Sweden, typically inhabiting European marine ecosystems. This species typically occurs in shallow coastal seas, estuaries, and sandy bays, where it forages along the seafloor for benthic prey. The common bull ray has not been formally evaluated on the IUCN Red List. As a member of the family Myliobatidae, it is characterized by its diamond-shaped pectoral disc, long whip-like tail, and prominent forehead. The species often feeds on molluscs, crustaceans, and small fish, using its powerful crushing teeth to break open hard-shelled prey. The common bull ray typically moves in small schools or aggregations during certain seasons, and females give birth to live young following internal fertilization. Biological traits of this species remain poorly documented in the scientific literature.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Portugal, and Sweden.

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Tobiei
Spanish Aguila de mar
French Aigle commun
German Adlerroche
Portuguese Arreião
Russian орляк
Arabic Bahlak
Turkish Deniz kartalı

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Aguila de mar?
The scientific name of Aguila de mar is Myliobatis aquila. It belongs to the genus Myliobatis.
Where does Aguila de mar live?
Aguila de mar is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Portugal, and Sweden.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden.
What family does Aguila de mar belong to?
Aguila de mar (Myliobatis aquila) belongs to the genus Myliobatis, which is part of the taxonomic family Myliobatidae.
What kingdom does Aguila de mar belong to?
Aguila de mar (Myliobatis aquila) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Aguila de mar?
The closest relatives of Aguila de mar in the genus Myliobatis include Aguila de mar, Aguila picuda, Bullnose eagle ray, Chucho, Chucho ñato.

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