description Bluntnose Stingray Overview
The bluntnose stingray (Hypanus say) is a species of cartilaginous fish belonging to the whiptail stingray family, Dasyatidae. It is native to the western Atlantic Ocean, with a geographic range that spans from the coastal waters of New England down through the Caribbean Sea to southern Brazil. This benthic species is easily identified by its distinctly rounded snout, flat body, and long, whip-like tail equipped with a venomous spine for defense. It primarily dwells on sandy or muddy bottoms in shallow coastal waters where it hunts for crustaceans and small fish.
help Bluntnose Stingray FAQ
Where is the bluntnose stingray found?
Hypanus say lives in the western Atlantic, from the coastal waters of Massachusetts south through the Caribbean to Venezuela. It also occurs in the northern Gulf of Mexico. [Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission](https://myfwc.com/research/saltwater/sharks-rays/ray-species/bluntnose-stingray/)
Is the bluntnose stingray dangerous to swimmers?
It is generally non-aggressive, but it has a defensive venomous barb near the base of its tail. The risk comes mainly from accidentally stepping on or handling the animal. [Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission](https://myfwc.com/research/saltwater/sharks-rays/ray-species/bluntnose-stingray/)
How can I identify a bluntnose stingray?
It has a rounded diamond-shaped disc, broadly rounded outer corners, and a distinctly blunt snout. Adults can reach roughly 39 inches across, and the tail is about one and a half times the body length. [Florida Museum species profile](https://www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu/discover-fish/species-profiles/bluntnose-stingray/)
Why is Hypanus say also called Say's stingray?
Say's stingray is another common name for Hypanus say. Older scientific sources may use Dasyatis say, while Hypanus say is the currently used combination in many species references. [Florida Museum species profile](https://www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu/discover-fish/species-profiles/bluntnose-stingray/)
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