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Taiwanese blind electric ray

Benthobatis yangi

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
Torpediniformes (ปลากระเบนไฟฟ้า)
Family
Narcinidae
Genus
Benthobatis
Species
Benthobatis yangi (Taiwanese blind electric ray)

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Least Concern
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Benthobatis kreffti
Vulnerable
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Dark blind ray
Benthobatis moresbyi
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Taiwanese blind electric ray?
The scientific name of Taiwanese blind electric ray is Benthobatis yangi. It belongs to the genus Benthobatis.
What is the conservation status of Taiwanese blind electric ray?
Taiwanese blind electric ray (Benthobatis yangi) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Taiwanese blind electric ray live?
Taiwanese blind electric 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 Taiwanese blind electric ray belong to?
Taiwanese blind electric ray (Benthobatis yangi) belongs to the genus Benthobatis, which is part of the taxonomic family Narcinidae.
Is Taiwanese blind electric ray endangered?
Yes, Taiwanese blind electric ray (Benthobatis yangi) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Taiwanese blind electric ray belong to?
Taiwanese blind electric ray (Benthobatis yangi) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Taiwanese blind electric ray?
The closest relatives of Taiwanese blind electric ray in the genus Benthobatis include Blind Torpedo, Brazilian Blind Electric Ray, Dark blind ray.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Benthobatis — 4 Species

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Blind Torpedo
Benthobatis marcida
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Brazilian Blind Electric Ray
Benthobatis kreffti
VU
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Taiwanese blind electric ray
Benthobatis yangi
VU
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Dark blind ray
Benthobatis moresbyi
LC
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