Crossback stingaree

The banded stingaree or crossback stingaree, Urolophus cruciatus, is a species of stingray in the family Urolophidae.

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Author: Nick Long

The banded stingaree or crossback stingaree, Urolophus cruciatus, is a species of stingray in the family Urolophidae. It is endemic to southeastern Australia, occurring from Tathra, New South Wales, off Victoria and Tasmania, to as far east as Beachport, South Australia. More

Stingaree or Crossback Stingaree of southeastern Australia. It has distinctive “cross-like” markings on its back. The population around Tasmania prefers very shallow, muddy flats in estuaries and bays, while those off southern Australia are usually found deeper than 25 meters or 80 ft. More

Order : Rajiformes
Family : Urolophidae
Genus : Urolophus
Species : Urolophus cruciatus
Authority : Lacep