Species profile
Spotted Eagle Ray
Aetobatus narinari
Identify Spotted Eagle Ray (Aetobatus narinari) from a photo — free, unlimited, no sign-up — with the CatchRules iPhone app. Plus current fishing rules across 1 jurisdiction.
At a glance
Spotted Eagle Ray (Aetobatus narinari) is an IUCN Endangered shark or ray with specific harvest rules tracked in 1 of 66 jurisdictions covered by CatchRules.
Notable details
- They can leap completely out of the water when startled or playing.
- Spotted eagle rays use their snouts to dig for buried mollusks and crustaceans.
Jurisdictions with rules for Spotted Eagle Ray
Background
The spotted eagle ray is a cartilaginous fish of the eagle ray family, Aetobatidae. As traditionally recognized, it is found globally in tropical regions, including the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Oceans. Recent authorities have restricted it to the Atlantic with other populations recognized as the ocellated eagle ray and Pacific white-spotted eagle ray. Spotted eagle rays are most commonly seen…
Background excerpt adapted from Wikipedia's Spotted Eagle Ray article (CC BY-SA). Visit Wikipedia for the full entry.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Spotted Eagle Ray?
Spotted Eagle Ray (Aetobatus narinari) is an IUCN Endangered shark or ray with specific harvest rules tracked in 1 of 66 jurisdictions covered by CatchRules.
What is the scientific name for Spotted Eagle Ray?
Spotted Eagle Ray is Aetobatus narinari.
Is Spotted Eagle Ray regulated for fishing?
Yes — Spotted Eagle Ray has fishing regulations in 1 U.S. state and/or Canadian province tracked by CatchRules. See the "Jurisdictions with rules" section above for the binding-source links.
How can I identify Spotted Eagle Ray?
Take a photo with the free CatchRules iPhone app — on-device identification recognizes Spotted Eagle Ray along with ~1,500 other species. No sign-up, unlimited use.
Photo credit: iNaturalist / Wikipedia. Identification reference only — verify regulations with the issuing wildlife agency before retaining a catch.