Yellow stingray Profile

The Yellow stingray (Urobatis jamaicensis) is a small, benthic ray characterized by its distinctive yellow to olive-brown coloration, often with spots or reticulated patterns enhancing its camouflage on sandy or muddy bottoms. Originating from the western Atlantic Ocean, including the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea, this species usually grows to a width of about 35 cm (14 in). With a flattened, round body shape and a relatively short, whip-like tail equipped with a venomous spine, the Yellow stingray is recognizable but not commonly kept in the aquarium hobby due to its specific care requirements and the potential danger posed by its venomous spine.