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Hirata-ei (Sepia stingray)

Urolophus aurantiacus

Vulnerable
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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

Names in Other Languages

Korean Hǔin-ga-o-ri
Japanese Hirata-ei

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Least Concern
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Broadbacked stingaree
Urolophus expansus
Least Concern
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Brown stingaree
Urolophus westraliensis
Least Concern
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Greenback stingaree
Urolophus viridis
Vulnerable
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Butterfly Stingaree
Urolophus papilio
Least Concern
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Yellowback stingaree
Urolophus sufflavus
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hirata-ei?
The scientific name of Hirata-ei is Urolophus aurantiacus. It belongs to the genus Urolophus.
What is the conservation status of Hirata-ei?
Hirata-ei (Urolophus aurantiacus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Hirata-ei live?
Hirata-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 Hirata-ei belong to?
Hirata-ei (Urolophus aurantiacus) belongs to the genus Urolophus, which is part of the taxonomic family Urolophidae.
Is Hirata-ei endangered?
Yes, Hirata-ei (Urolophus aurantiacus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Hirata-ei belong to?
Hirata-ei (Urolophus aurantiacus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).
What are the closest relatives of Hirata-ei?
The closest relatives of Hirata-ei in the genus Urolophus include Banded sting-ray, Blotched stingaree, Broadbacked stingaree, Brown stingaree, Greenback stingaree.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Urolophus — 20 Species

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Hirata-ei
Urolophus aurantiacus
VU
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Banded sting-ray
Urolophus circularis
LC 🐾
Blotched stingaree
Urolophus mitosis
LC 🐾
Broadbacked stingaree
Urolophus expansus
LC 🐾
Brown stingaree
Urolophus westraliensis
LC 🐾
Greenback stingaree
Urolophus viridis
VU 🐾
Butterfly Stingaree
Urolophus papilio
LC 🐾
Yellowback stingaree
Urolophus sufflavus
VU 🐾
Lobed stingaree
Urolophus lobatus
LC 🐾
Coral sea stingaree
Urolophus piperatus
LC 🐾
Chesterfield Stingaree
Urolophus deforgesi
LC 🐾
Patchwork stingaree
Urolophus flavomosaicus
LC 🐾
Dixon's stingaree
Urolophus paucimaculatus
LC 🐾
Sinclair's stingaree
Urolophus gigas
LC 🐾
Kapala stingaree
Urolophus kapalensis
NT 🐾
New Caledonian Stingaree
Urolophus neocaledoniensis
LC 🐾
Coastal stingaree
Urolophus orarius
EN 🐾
Great stingaree
Urolophus bucculentus
VU 🐾
Kai stingaree
Urolophus kaianus
DD 🐾
Banded stingaree
Urolophus cruciatus
LC
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