Southern stingray

The Southern stingray (Hypanus americanus) is a marine fish distinctive for its flat, diamond-shaped body and long, whip-like tail equipped with a venomous stinger. Predominantly gray to brown in color, it blends seamlessly into the sandy bottoms of the coastal waters of the western Atlantic Ocean, from New Jersey, USA, to Brazil, including the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean. Not commonly featured in the aquarium hobby due to its size and the complexity of its care, the Southern stingray is nevertheless a known entity in public aquariums and marine education programs, where its unique appearance and behaviors can be observed safely.