Yellow Stingray

Yellow Stingray

Urobatis jamaicensis

Least Concern
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DESCRIPTION

The Yellow Stingray (Urobatis jamaicensis) is a small, bottom-dwelling species found in the tropical western Atlantic Ocean, recognized by its distinctive yellow coloration with dark spots or reticulations. It primarily inhabits shallow sandy, muddy, or seagrass bottoms, often near coral reefs, and is equipped with a venomous tail spine for defense. This ray is relatively sedentary during the day, becoming more active and hunting small invertebrates and bony fishes at night.

Max Length 76 cm
Max Weight 2 kg
Lifespan 14 - 25 years
Habitat Seabed, coastal zone, and coral reef
Depth Range 0 - 70 m
Diet Carnivore
Activity Crepuscular
Social Behavior Solitary

Destinations to spot Yellow Stingray

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Where Yellow Stingray has been recorded

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Yellow Stingray

Where can you see the Yellow Stingray?

The Yellow Stingray can be seen at 14 dive destinations in Bahamas, Mexico, and Belize. The best spots include Andros Barrier Reef (Bahamas), Bimini (Bahamas), Cozumel (Mexico), Exuma Cays (Bahamas), and Glovers Reef (Belize).

What is the best time to see the Yellow Stingray?

The Yellow Stingray can be seen all year round at Andros Barrier Reef, Bimini, Cozumel, Exuma Cays, and Holbox.

Where can you see the Yellow Stingray in Bahamas?

In Bahamas, you can see the Yellow Stingray at Andros Barrier Reef, Bimini, Exuma Cays, Long Island, Nassau, and Tiger Beach.

Where can you see the Yellow Stingray in Mexico?

In Mexico, you can see the Yellow Stingray at Cozumel, Holbox, Isla Mujeres, and Playa del Carmen.

Where can you see the Yellow Stingray in Belize?

In Belize, you can see the Yellow Stingray at Glovers Reef, Great Blue Hole, Lighthouse Reef Atoll, and Turneffe Atoll.

How big does the Yellow Stingray get?

The Yellow Stingray can reach up to 76 cm in length and 2 kg in weight.

What habitat does the Yellow Stingray live in?

The Yellow Stingray is found in these habitats: seabed, coastal zone, and coral reef.

How deep does the Yellow Stingray live?

The Yellow Stingray lives from the surface down to 70 m.

What does the Yellow Stingray eat?

Feeds on other animals, from fish to crustaceans or molluscs depending on the species.

When is the Yellow Stingray most active?

Most active in the low light of dawn and dusk, which is when it tends to hunt.

Does the Yellow Stingray live in groups?

No. The Yellow Stingray is mostly solitary and is usually seen on its own.

How long does the Yellow Stingray live?

The Yellow Stingray lives 14 to 25 years.

What is the conservation status of the Yellow Stingray?

The Yellow Stingray is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.

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