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Cownose ray

Rhinoptera bonasus

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  • Conservation StatusLeast Concern
  • DifficultyDifficult
  • HardinessModerate
  • Liters per Fish7500 L
  • OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean
  • pH7.5 - 8.2
  • PopularityUncommon
  • RarityRare
  • Temperature18.0 - 26.0 °C
  • VibrancyDull

Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.

More about Cownose ray

The Cownose ray (Rhinoptera bonasus) is distinguished by its brown to olive-colored back, lighter underbelly, and a distinctive shape marked by a pair of wing-like pectoral fins and a squared, indented snout resembling a cow's nose. Native to the western Atlantic and Caribbean regions, this species can be found ranging from New England to Brazil. It possesses a distinct look with a broad, kite-shaped body, spanning about 2 to 3 feet wide. Despite its intriguing appearance, the Cownose ray is not commonly known in the aquarium hobby, primarily due to its size and the specialized care it requires.

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