MarketOcellate river stingray
Company Profile

Ocellate river stingray

The ocellate river stingray, also known as the peacock-eye stingray or black river stingray, is a species of freshwater stingray in the family Potamotrygonidae. It was the first species to be described in the family and is also the most widespread, ranging throughout much of the Río de la Plata, Amazon, Mearim and Orinoco basins in tropical and subtropical South America. It is sometimes kept in aquaria.

Taxonomy
Potamotrygon motoro varies significantly in appearance and morphology over its large range, and a taxonomic review of the Amazonian populations is expected. Currently recognized members of the species complex found elsewhere are P. boesemani (Corantijn River; P. motoro absent), P. jabuti (mid and upper Tapajós Basin; P. motoro in the lower), and P. ocellata (lower Amazon Basin), but the last may be a synonym of P. motoro. == Appearance ==
Appearance
catfish). Potamotrygon motoro can grow up to in disc width, in total length, and in weight. (though the official IGFA record is only ) Its disk is roughly circular in shape, and its eyes are raised from the dorsal surface. The dorsal coloration is typically beige or brown, with numerous yellow-orange spots with dark rings. Its exact color, and the arrangement and size of the spots can vary significantly, both from individual to individual and depending on location. Three primary types have been identified in the Amazon basin, but each of these include a number of subtypes (two additional main types now are considered a separate species, P. marquesi). Some individuals of CD3 have spots near the rim of the disc that are connected, forming a chain-like pattern. == In aquaria ==
In aquaria
Ocellate river stingrays are sometimes kept in captivity, with requirements similar to other members of Potamotrygon. == References ==
tickerdossier.comtickerdossier.substack.com