common torpedo ray (torpedo torpedo) in Electric rays inhabit shallow coastal waters with sandy or muddy seabeds.
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torpedo torpedoESA Categories -sharks & rays

  • National Parks/ Sanctuaries

    -

  • Common Names

    common torpedo ray, ocellate torpedo

  • Regions

    FranceLebanonIsrael

  • Population

    The population of electric rays is currently stable but vulnerable to overfishing and habitat destruction.

  • Habitat

    Electric rays inhabit shallow coastal waters with sandy or muddy seabeds.

  • Weight(in lbs) and Life Span

    22, and 15

Regions

France, Lebanon, Israel, Albania, Gabon, Malta, Congo, Angola, Egypt, Croatia, Cyprus, Greece, Cameroon, Ghana, Italy, Senegal, Togo, Sierra Leone, Slovenia, Morocco, Spain, Turkey, Portugal, Congo, Nigeria, Tunisia, Algeria, Equatorial Guinea, Libya, Montenegro, Palestine

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    • Why is this species important in its ecosystem?
    • What are the threats it faces, and how can we help?
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