description Longhorned Pygmy Devil Ray Overview
The longhorned pygmy devil ray is a small cartilaginous fish belonging to the eagle ray family, distributed throughout the tropical and subtropical waters of the Indo-Pacific. It is recognized by the distinctive horn-like cephalic lobes on its head, which it uses to funnel water and plankton into its mouth during filter feeding. Like other mobulid rays, it is a pelagic species that gives birth to live young.
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Where is the longhorned pygmy devil ray found?
This small cartilaginous fish is found in warm waters throughout the Indo-Pacific region. They are a pelagic species, meaning they live in the open ocean water column rather than resting on the sea floor.
How does the longhorned pygmy devil ray get its name?
It is recognized by the distinctive, horn-like cephalic lobes on its head that it uses to funnel plankton into its mouth while feeding. The "pygmy" designation refers to its relatively small size compared to larger manta rays.
How large do longhorned pygmy devil rays grow?
Despite their name, these rays are moderately sized, reaching a disc width of roughly one meter (about 3.3 feet). This makes them significantly smaller than their giant oceanic manta ray cousins.
Is the longhorned pygmy devil ray dangerous to humans?
They are completely harmless to humans because they are filter feeders that primarily consume tiny plankton. They do not possess stinging spines like many other types of rays.
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