Common stingray

Description

The common stingray (Dasyatis pastinaca) is a species of stingray in the family Dasyatidae,found in the northeastern Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean and Black Seas.It typically inhabits sandy or muddy habitats in coastal waters shallower than 60 m (200 ft),often burying itself in sediment.Usually measuring 45 cm (18 in) across,the common stingray has a diamond-shaped pectoral fin disc slightly wider than long,and a whip-like tail with upper and lower fin folds.It can be identified by its plain coloration and mostly smooth skin,except for a row of tubercles along the midline of the back in the largest individuals.