Cownose Ray
Taxonomic Name: Rhinoptera bonasus
Conservation Status: Near Threatened (IUCN)
Diet: Shellfish, molluscs, and other aquatic invertebrates
Longevity in the wild: Approximately 15 years
Size: Up to 75 cm wide
Weight: Up to 14 kg
Group Name: Fever
Fun Fact: Cownose Rays migrate in groups of up to 1000 individuals!
You can find the Zoo's cownose rays at Stingray Beach!