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Tsuka ei (Banana-tail ray)

Pastinachus sephen

Near Threatened
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The Banana-tail ray (Pastinachus sephen) is a species in the genus Pastinachus. It is currently classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Tsuka ei
French Pastenague plumetée
Arabic Lukhmah
Vietnamese Cá Đuối mối
Indonesian Pari bendera
Thai Krabane thong

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tsuka ei?
The scientific name of Tsuka ei is Pastinachus sephen. It belongs to the genus Pastinachus.
What is the conservation status of Tsuka ei?
Tsuka ei (Pastinachus sephen) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Tsuka ei belong to?
Tsuka ei (Pastinachus sephen) belongs to the genus Pastinachus, which is part of the taxonomic family Dasyatidae.
What kingdom does Tsuka ei belong to?
Tsuka ei (Pastinachus sephen) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).
What are the closest relatives of Tsuka ei?
The closest relatives of Tsuka ei in the genus Pastinachus include Roughnose stingray, Narrowtail stingray, Banana-tail Ray, Starrynose stingray.

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