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Raie-papillon du 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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Choucka bastarda
Gymnura altavela
Endangered
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Raie-papillon bécune
Gymnura crebripunctata
Near Threatened
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Raie-papillon californienne
Gymnura marmorata
Near Threatened
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Raie-papillon glabre
Gymnura micrura
Near Threatened
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Butterfly ray
Gymnura poecilura
Vulnerable
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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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Gymnuridae
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Raie-papillon du Natal?
The scientific name of Raie-papillon du Natal is Gymnura natalensis. It belongs to the genus Gymnura.
What is the conservation status of Raie-papillon du Natal?
Raie-papillon du Natal (Gymnura natalensis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Raie-papillon du Natal belong to?
Raie-papillon du Natal (Gymnura natalensis) belongs to the genus Gymnura, which is part of the taxonomic family Gymnuridae.
Is Raie-papillon du Natal endangered?
No, Raie-papillon du 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 Raie-papillon du Natal belong to?
Raie-papillon du Natal (Gymnura natalensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).
What are the closest relatives of Raie-papillon du Natal?
The closest relatives of Raie-papillon du Natal in the genus Gymnura include Choucka bastarda, Raie-papillon bécune, Raie-papillon californienne, Raie-papillon glabre, Japanese butterfly ray.

Genus Gymnura — 10 Species

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Choucka bastarda
Gymnura altavela
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Raie-papillon bécune
Gymnura crebripunctata
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Raie-papillon californienne
Gymnura marmorata
NT
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Raie-papillon du Natal
Gymnura natalensis
LC
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Raie-papillon glabre
Gymnura micrura
NT 🐾
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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