Hypanus americanus in Virgin Is. (US)
Point map (Hypanus americanus) | Occurrence records | Field guide | Gazetteer | Country Species Summary
Main Ref.
Also Ref.
Occurrence native
Importance Ref.
Aquaculture Ref.
Regulations Ref.
Freshwater No
Brackish No
Saltwater Yes
Live export
Bait No
Gamefish No
Abundance Ref.
Comments

Occurs in shallow water in grass beds and over sandy bottom; also observed at night. Excavates depressions in sandy bottoms. Feeds on fishes and invertebrates. Grows to 152 in width (Ref. 26180).

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Country information https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/resources/the-world-factbook/geos/vq.html
(e.g. 9948)
( e.g. cephalopods )
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