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Pastenague bécune

Fontitrygon geijskesi

Critically Endangered

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and flooded grasslands and savannas, among 5 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

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

🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Myliobatiformes (Myliobatiformes)

Species

Fontitrygon geijskesi (Pastenague bécune)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Tengu-aka-ei

Spanish Raja-látigo picúa

French Pastenague bécune

Portuguese Arraia

Similar Species in Fontitrygon

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Pastenague marguerite

Fontitrygon margarita

Vulnerable

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Raie pastenague d’eau douce

Fontitrygon ukpam

Critically Endangered

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Pearl stingray

Fontitrygon margaritella

Near Threatened

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Niger stingray

Fontitrygon garouaensis

Critically Endangered

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Colares stingray

Fontitrygon colarensis

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pastenague bécune?

The scientific name of Pastenague bécune is Fontitrygon geijskesi. It belongs to the genus Fontitrygon.

What is the conservation status of Pastenague bécune?

Pastenague bécune (Fontitrygon geijskesi) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Pastenague bécune live?

Pastenague bécune is found in Found in Venezuela. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Venezuela.

What family does Pastenague bécune belong to?

Pastenague bécune (Fontitrygon geijskesi) belongs to the genus Fontitrygon, which is part of the taxonomic family Dasyatidae.

Is Pastenague bécune endangered?

Yes, Pastenague bécune (Fontitrygon geijskesi) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Pastenague bécune belong to?

Pastenague bécune (Fontitrygon geijskesi) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Pastenague bécune?

The closest relatives of Pastenague bécune in the genus Fontitrygon include Pastenague marguerite, Raie pastenague d’eau douce, Pearl stingray, Niger stingray, Colares stingray.