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Cownose ray

Rhinoptera javanica

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Taiwan. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (Animals)
Phylum
Chordata (cordados)
Class
Elasmobranchii
Order
Myliobatiformes (Myliobatiformes)
Family
Myliobatidae
Genus
Rhinoptera
Species
Rhinoptera javanica (Cownose ray)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Ushibana tobiei
French Mourine javanaise
Portuguese Ratãos Cabeçudos
Arabic Lakhman
Vietnamese Cá Ó dơi mõm bò
Indonesian Pari elang
Thai Yeeson

Similar Species in Rhinoptera

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Arzobispo
Rhinoptera marginata
Critically Endangered
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Cara de vaca
Rhinoptera bonasus
Vulnerable
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Gavilan negro
Rhinoptera steindachneri
Near Threatened
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Gavilán ticón
Rhinoptera brasiliensis
Vulnerable
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Oman cownose ray
Rhinoptera jayakari
Endangered
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Australian cow-nose ray
Rhinoptera neglecta
Data Deficient
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cownose ray?
The scientific name of Cownose ray is Rhinoptera javanica. It belongs to the genus Rhinoptera.
What is the conservation status of Cownose ray?
Cownose ray (Rhinoptera javanica) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Cownose ray live?
Cownose ray is found in Found in Taiwan. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Taiwan.
What family does Cownose ray belong to?
Cownose ray (Rhinoptera javanica) belongs to the genus Rhinoptera, which is part of the taxonomic family Myliobatidae.
Is Cownose ray endangered?
Yes, Cownose ray (Rhinoptera javanica) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Cownose ray belong to?
Cownose ray (Rhinoptera javanica) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Cownose ray?
The closest relatives of Cownose ray in the genus Rhinoptera include Arzobispo, Cara de vaca, Gavilan negro, Gavilán ticón, Australian cow-nose ray.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Rhinoptera — 7 Species

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Arzobispo
Rhinoptera marginata
CR 🐾
Cara de vaca
Rhinoptera bonasus
VU 🐾
Gavilan negro
Rhinoptera steindachneri
NT 🐾
Gavilán ticón
Rhinoptera brasiliensis
VU 🐾
Australian cow-nose ray
Rhinoptera neglecta
DD
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Cownose ray
Rhinoptera javanica
EN
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Oman cownose ray
Rhinoptera jayakari
EN
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