Flattened body with pointed snout located in front of ieyes and spiracles (holes). Long whip-like barbed tail, with no dorsal or tail fins. Brown to yellow-brown on back and white underneath. Row of spines along midline of back to origin of tail spine
Average Maximum Size:
152 cn (60 in)
Adults Distinguishing Characteristics:
The Atlantic Stingray possesses a flattened body with an elongated spade-pointed snout. The tail of the Atlantic Stingray is long and whiplike with a defensive barb, skin flaps are absent on the tail. The skin may appear brown, tan, gray, or olive green with outer edges of fins exhibiting a lighter pinkish hue.
Juveniles Distinguishing Characteristics:
Range:
Chesapeake Bay to Gulf of Mexico
Habitat:
brackish and marine coastal waters including estuaries and rivers with sandy/muddy bottoms
