Pacific Electric Ray and Similar Species
Tetronarce californica
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Lesser Electric Ray
Narcine entemedor
Key differences: The Lesser Electric Ray has a more elongated, shovel-shaped snout and a different coloration pattern, typically lighter brown with darker markings. Its electric organs are less prominent externally.
Round Stingray
Urobatis halleri
Key differences: The Round Stingray has a venomous spine on its tail and lacks electric organs. Its body is typically smaller and often has a more mottled brown coloration. Its tail is much thinner and whip-like compared to the stout tail of the Pacific Electric Ray.
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