Urobatis jamaicensis

Urobatis jamaicensis, commonly known as the Yellow stingray, is a small (they can get a disc up to 35 cm) tropical stingray. These fish usually have a yellowish (but this can be greenish or light brown as well) base colour with a very fine reticulated dark pattern on it. This pattern is more faded in spot like areas making it look spotted from further away.

They commonly inhabit sandy beaches and coral reefs. They raise the front end of their disc to attract preys seeking shelter. Mainly shrimps, but small fishes, clams and worms are also taken. They can best be fed with enriched frozen and live meaty foods like all kinds of shrimps, worms, fish and mussel!