Where Does Freshwater Stingray Live?
Potamotrygonidae
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Where to find Freshwater Stingray
- Water type
- freshwater
- Depth
- Typically found in shallow to moderate depths, often on sandy or muddy bottoms, but can also be found in deeper channels.
- Environment
- Rivers, streams, and associated floodplains. They prefer areas with soft substrates for burrowing and often seek out areas with submerged vegetation or fallen logs for cover. Water flow can range from slow-moving to moderate.
- Geographic range
- Exclusively found in the freshwater systems of South America, including the Amazon, Orinoco, Paraná, and other major river basins.
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