Benthobatis marcida
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| Benthobatis marcida B. A. Bean & A. C. Weed, 1909
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Benthobatis marcida, the blind torpedo, is a species of electric ray most commonly found in the west–central area of the Atlantic Ocean.[1] Like all electric rays, it can produce an electric shock that can be harmful to humans and other fish. It can grow up to 50 cm (20 in) long.[2]
References
- ^ a b M. R. de Carvalho; M. E. McCord (2009). "Benthobatis marcida". The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2009. IUCN: e.T161317A5396882. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2009-2.RLTS.T161317A5396882.en. Retrieved 6 January 2018.
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