Bluntnose Stingray Profile

The Bluntnose Stingray (Hypanus say) is characterized by a grayish to brownish disc-shaped body with a distinct blunt snout. This marine species is native to the western Atlantic Ocean, ranging from New England, USA, to the Gulf of Mexico and southeastern Brazil. It has a relatively smooth body with one or more venomous stingers on its tail used for defense. As for its presence in the aquarium hobby, the Bluntnose Stingray is not commonly kept due to its size and specific care requirements, making it less well-known among hobbyists compared to other marine species.