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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 (สัตว์)
Phylum
Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)
Class
Elasmobranchii
Order
Myliobatiformes (อันดับปลากระเบน)
Family
Gymnuridae
Genus
Gymnura
Species
Gymnura japonica (Japanese butterfly ray)

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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Krabane pee-sue
Gymnura zonura
Endangered
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Krabane pee-sue-hang-yao
Gymnura poecilura
Vulnerable
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Butterfly ray
Gymnura crebripunctata
Near Threatened
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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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Australian butterfly ray
Gymnura australis
Least Concern
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Butterfly ray
Gymnura micrura
Near Threatened
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Japanese butterfly ray?
The scientific name of Japanese butterfly ray is Gymnura japonica. It belongs to the genus Gymnura.
What is the conservation status of Japanese butterfly ray?
Japanese butterfly ray (Gymnura japonica) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Japanese butterfly ray live?
Japanese butterfly ray 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 Japanese butterfly ray belong to?
Japanese butterfly ray (Gymnura japonica) belongs to the genus Gymnura, which is part of the taxonomic family Gymnuridae.
Is Japanese butterfly ray endangered?
Yes, Japanese butterfly ray (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 Japanese butterfly ray belong to?
Japanese butterfly ray (Gymnura japonica) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Japanese butterfly ray?
The closest relatives of Japanese butterfly ray in the genus Gymnura include Krabane pee-sue, Krabane pee-sue-hang-yao, Butterfly ray, California butterfly ray, Backwater butterfly ray.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Gymnura — 10 Species

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Krabane pee-sue
Gymnura zonura
EN 🐾
Krabane pee-sue-hang-yao
Gymnura poecilura
VU 🐾
Butterfly ray
Gymnura crebripunctata
NT
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Japanese butterfly ray
Gymnura japonica
VU
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California butterfly ray
Gymnura marmorata
NT 🐾
Backwater butterfly ray
Gymnura natalensis
LC 🐾
Tentacled butterfly ray
Gymnura tentaculata
CR 🐾
Australian butterfly ray
Gymnura australis
LC 🐾
Butterfly ray
Gymnura micrura
NT 🐾
Butterfly ray
Gymnura altavela
EN
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