Izu stingray

Izu stingray

Izu rays are a medium-sized benthic fish with a body disc width of up to 73 centimeters. It is a nearshore species mainly found on the continental shelf, with a known depth range of 10-25 meters, but may appear in deeper places; In the East China Sea, it has been reported at a depth of 180 meters. The pectoral fin plate of the Izu stingray is diamond shaped, slightly wider than long, with a smooth golden brown color, and a whip like tail with a low keel above and a fin fold below. The fin folds are white, which distinguishes the Izu ray from all other Pacific members of its family.