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Brazilian electric ray

Narcine brasiliensis

Near Threatened

About

The Brazilian electric ray (Narcine brasiliensis) is a species in the genus Narcine. It is currently classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Elasmobranchii

Order

Torpediniformes (ปลากระเบนไฟฟ้า)

Species

Narcine brasiliensis (Brazilian electric ray)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Kumoma-shibire-ei

Spanish Raya eléctrica

French Raie électrique brésilienne

Portuguese Arraia

Similar Species in Narcine

Mozambique electric ray

Black-spotted electric ray

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Brazilian electric ray?

The scientific name of Brazilian electric ray is Narcine brasiliensis. It belongs to the genus Narcine.

What is the conservation status of Brazilian electric ray?

Brazilian electric ray (Narcine brasiliensis) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Brazilian electric ray belong to?

Brazilian electric ray (Narcine brasiliensis) belongs to the genus Narcine, which is part of the taxonomic family Narcinidae.

What kingdom does Brazilian electric ray belong to?

Brazilian electric ray (Narcine brasiliensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Brazilian electric ray?

The closest relatives of Brazilian electric ray in the genus Narcine include Chinese numbfish, Bigeye Numbfish, Oman Numbfish, Mozambique electric ray, Madagascar Numbfish.