Stingray
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NameStingray
Scientific NamePateobatis fai
Common NamesPink whipray, Pink-edged whipray, Fai whipray, Hawaiian stingray
FamilyDasyatidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Hawaii, Australia, Southeast Asia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)2000
Max Size (Inches)118
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge groupers, Appropriately sized sharks, Other large rays
Description
The Pink whipray (*Pateobatis fai*) is a large marine stingray characterized by its broad, disc-shaped body and long, whip-like tail. It is typically found in shallow coastal waters, lagoons, and coral reefs across the Indo-Pacific. This species is a bottom-dweller, feeding on invertebrates and small fish, and possesses a venomous barb for defense.
