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Arraia-dois-chifres

Mobula birostris

Endangered

About

The Atlantic manta (Mobula birostris) is a species in the genus Mobula. It is currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Native to Asia and Europe and South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia and Europe and South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Colombia, Norway, Taiwan, and Venezuela. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Myliobatiformes (Myliobatiformes)

Species

Mobula birostris (Arraia-dois-chifres)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Itomaki-ei

Spanish Manta

French Diable de mer

German Manta

Portuguese Arraia-dois-chifres

Russian манта

Arabic شيطان البحر المحيطي

Vietnamese Cá Nạng

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Longhorned Pygmy Devil Ray

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Arraia-dois-chifres?

The scientific name of Arraia-dois-chifres is Mobula birostris. It belongs to the genus Mobula.

What is the conservation status of Arraia-dois-chifres?

Arraia-dois-chifres (Mobula birostris) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Arraia-dois-chifres live?

Arraia-dois-chifres is found in Distributed across Colombia, Norway, Taiwan, and Venezuela. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Colombia, Norway, Taiwan, Venezuela.

What family does Arraia-dois-chifres belong to?

Arraia-dois-chifres (Mobula birostris) belongs to the genus Mobula, which is part of the taxonomic family Myliobatidae.

Is Arraia-dois-chifres endangered?

Yes, Arraia-dois-chifres (Mobula birostris) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Arraia-dois-chifres belong to?

Arraia-dois-chifres (Mobula birostris) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Arraia-dois-chifres?

The closest relatives of Arraia-dois-chifres in the genus Mobula include Diabo-do-mar, Jamanta, Munk's devil ray, Alfred manta, Longhorned Pygmy Devil Ray.