Sharks & rays
Leopard Torpedo Ray
Torpedo panthera
Also known as: Leopard Ray, Panther Electric Ray, Red Sea Torpedo Ray, Scalloped Torpedo Ray, Torpedo Ray
ALSO KNOWN AS
- Leopard Ray
- Panther Electric Ray
- Red Sea Torpedo Ray
- Scalloped Torpedo Ray
- Torpedo Ray
ENEndangeredIUCN Red List, 2022
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Overview
Found singly, often partially buried in the substrate, over mud and sandy bottoms, close to reefs, in both shallow and much deeper waters.
Torpedo Rays have electric organs behind their eyes used for stunning prey and can give predators a powerful jolt! They are not shy and will move slowly away when disturbed.
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How to identify
- Pattern
- blotcheswhite spots
- Behaviour
- buries in sandsolitary
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Habitat & where to find it
- Range · Western Indian Ocean
- Country only · 5
LIVES IN
Found singly, often partially buried in the substrate, over mud and sandy bottoms, close to reefs, in both shallow and much deeper waters.
RANGE
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Adult photos 5
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ALL STAGES
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Deep dive
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Torpediniformes
