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Tsubakuro ei (Japanese butterfly ray)

Gymnura japonica

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

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

🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (動物)
Phylum
Chordata (脊索動物)
Class
Elasmobranchii
Order
Myliobatiformes (トビエイ目)
Family
Gymnuridae
Genus
Gymnura
Species
Gymnura japonica (Tsubakuro ei)

Names in Other Languages

Korean Na-bi-ga-o-ri
Japanese Tsubakuro ei
Russian скат-бабочка японская
Vietnamese Cá Đuối bướm Nhật Bản

Similar Species in Gymnura

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Onaga tsubakuro ei
Gymnura poecilura
Vulnerable
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Togenashi-tsubakuro-ei
Gymnura micrura
Near Threatened
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Butterfly ray
Gymnura altavela
Endangered
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Australian butterfly ray
Gymnura australis
Least Concern
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California butterfly ray
Gymnura marmorata
Near Threatened
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Backwater butterfly ray
Gymnura natalensis
Least Concern
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Tentacled butterfly ray
Gymnura tentaculata
Critically Endangered
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Butterfly ray
Gymnura crebripunctata
Near Threatened
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tsubakuro ei?
The scientific name of Tsubakuro ei is Gymnura japonica. It belongs to the genus Gymnura.
What is the conservation status of Tsubakuro ei?
Tsubakuro ei (Gymnura japonica) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Tsubakuro ei live?
Tsubakuro ei is found in Found in Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Taiwan.
What family does Tsubakuro ei belong to?
Tsubakuro ei (Gymnura japonica) belongs to the genus Gymnura, which is part of the taxonomic family Gymnuridae.
Is Tsubakuro ei endangered?
Yes, Tsubakuro ei (Gymnura japonica) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Tsubakuro ei belong to?
Tsubakuro ei (Gymnura japonica) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).
What are the closest relatives of Tsubakuro ei?
The closest relatives of Tsubakuro ei in the genus Gymnura include Onaga tsubakuro ei, Togenashi-tsubakuro-ei, Butterfly ray, Butterfly ray, Australian butterfly ray.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Gymnura — 10 Species

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Onaga tsubakuro ei
Gymnura poecilura
VU 🐾
Togenashi-tsubakuro-ei
Gymnura micrura
NT
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Tsubakuro ei
Gymnura japonica
VU
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Butterfly ray
Gymnura altavela
EN 🐾
Butterfly ray
Gymnura crebripunctata
NT 🐾
Australian butterfly ray
Gymnura australis
LC 🐾
California butterfly ray
Gymnura marmorata
NT 🐾
Backwater butterfly ray
Gymnura natalensis
LC 🐾
Tentacled butterfly ray
Gymnura tentaculata
CR 🐾
Bleeker's butterfly ray
Gymnura zonura
EN
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