Other Names

• Trygonoptera sp B of Last and Stevens, 1994
• Trygonoptera sp 2 of Kuiter, 1993

General Description

A large coastal stingaree with a relatively deep-body, a smooth rhomboidal to subcircular disc, two venomous spines and a long tail fin; no dorsal fin or skin folds along the tail. Upper surface brown to dark brown, sometimes scattered with darker and lighter spots; underside pale with broad darker margins. To 80 cm.

Biology

This species is common in Port Phillip and Western Port, Victoria. Females give birth to live young.

Habitat

On the bottom, in shallow estuaries, to depth of 100 m.

Soft substrates

Distribution guide

South-eastern Australia.

Species Group

Sharks and rays › Stingrays, stingarees and allies

Depth

Shallow (1-30 m)
Deep ( > 30 m)

Water Column

On or near sea floor

Max Size

80 cm

Diet

Carnivore

Harmful

The venomous barbs on the tail can cause a painful injury.

Commercial Species

No

Global Dispersal

Native to Australia

Conservation Status

• DSE Advisory List : Not listed
• EPBC Act 1999 : Not listed
• IUCN Red List : Near Threatened