Where Does Common Shovelnose Ray Live?

Common Shovelnose Ray lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Common Shovelnose Ray

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow coastal waters from the intertidal zone down to about 100 meters (330 feet), though occasionally deeper.

Environment

Prefers sandy or muddy bottoms in coastal areas, estuaries, and sometimes enters freshwater rivers for short periods. Often found near seagrass beds or coral reefs.

Geographic range

Indo-West Pacific: Red Sea and East Africa to the Philippines, north to Japan, and south to Australia. Specific distribution includes the Persian Gulf, Indian Ocean, and Western Pacific.

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