Lesser Electric Ray

Coastal Habitats

Animals of the Gulf Waters 

Lesser Electric Ray

Lesser Electric Ray

Narcine brasiliensis

 

Lesser electric rays normally lie buried in the sand of the surf zone and shallow Gulf. Accidentally stepping on one can be a shocking experience.

These rays have two specialized organs on their backs which can provide enough electricity to knock down an unwary adult.

Animals of the Gulf Waters

 

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