description Lesser Electric Ray Overview
The lesser electric ray (Narcine bancroftii) is a species of small electric ray in the family Narcinidae, native to the western Atlantic Ocean. Its range extends from the coastal waters of North Carolina down to Brazil, where it resides on sandy or muddy benthic environments. It is capable of generating mild electric discharges from organs in its disc, which it uses to stun small fish and invertebrates for food and to defend itself against predators.
help Lesser Electric Ray FAQ
What is the scientific name of the lesser electric ray?
The lesser electric ray is Narcine bancroftii. It belongs to the electric-ray family Narcinidae.
Where is the lesser electric ray found?
Its range extends from coastal waters off North Carolina southward to Brazil. It usually lives on sandy or muddy bottoms.
Can the lesser electric ray produce an electric shock?
Yes, it has electric organs that can discharge a shock for defense and prey capture. The species is a small benthic ray rather than a fast open-water swimmer.
What habitat does the lesser electric ray prefer?
The lesser electric ray is associated with shallow coastal seabeds made of sand or mud. Its flattened body helps it remain close to the bottom.
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