Platyrhina [SEP] parent taxon
Platyrhina
Platyrhina is a genus of rays in the family Platyrhinidae, containing three species. They are native to the warm-temperate to tropical marine waters in the western Pacific Ocean. They are little-known bottom-dwellers that feed on small invertebrates such as crustaceans, molluscs, and worms. The fanray is found inshore to a depth of 60 m on rocky or rock sandy bottoms.
"Platyrhina" species have rounded, heart-shaped pectoral fin discs with short, blunt snouts. Their tails are long and
its range. Currently, no conservation actions or restrictions are taking place on behalf of the species. Because of its probable population decline, the IUCN Red List lists it as a vulnerable species.
External links.
- Platyrhina sinensis on FishWise Pro
- Platyrhina sinensis on BoldSystems
- Platyrhina sinensis on Discover Life
- Platyrhina sinensis on Marine Barcoding of Life