Aetobatus narinari

Found in tropical regions including the Gulf of Mexico and Hawaii

Identified by its dark dorsal surface covered with white spots

Shallow in shore waters (bays and coral reefs)

Spotted Eagle Ray

Shrimps, crabs, octopus, worms,whelks, and small fishes

The vertically located mouth is well-adapted for feeding on benthic prey

The mating process lasts 30-90 seconds

Rays have calcified struts to help them break through hard shells

Is considered as "near threatened" by the World Conservation Union