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Butterfly ray

Gymnura micrura

Near Threatened

About

The Butterfly ray (Gymnura micrura) is a species in the genus Gymnura. It is currently classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List. Native to South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Venezuela. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Elasmobranchii

Order

Myliobatiformes (อันดับปลากระเบน)

Species

Gymnura micrura (Butterfly ray)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Togenashi-tsubakuro-ei

Spanish Guayanesa

French Raie-papillon glabre

Portuguese Arraia

Similar Species in Gymnura

Krabane pee-sue-hang-yao

Gymnura crebripunctata

Near Threatened

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Japanese butterfly ray

Gymnura japonica

Vulnerable

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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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Australian butterfly ray

Gymnura australis

Least Concern

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Tentacled butterfly ray

Gymnura tentaculata

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Butterfly ray?

The scientific name of Butterfly ray is Gymnura micrura. It belongs to the genus Gymnura.

What is the conservation status of Butterfly ray?

Butterfly ray (Gymnura micrura) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Butterfly ray live?

Butterfly ray is found in Found in Venezuela. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Venezuela.

What family does Butterfly ray belong to?

Butterfly ray (Gymnura micrura) belongs to the genus Gymnura, which is part of the taxonomic family Gymnuridae.

What kingdom does Butterfly ray belong to?

Butterfly ray (Gymnura micrura) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Butterfly ray?

The closest relatives of Butterfly ray in the genus Gymnura include Krabane pee-sue, Krabane pee-sue-hang-yao, Butterfly ray, Japanese butterfly ray, California butterfly ray.