California Round Stingrays are a species of stingray found along the Pacific coast
of North America. They are known for their rounded body shape and their long, whip-like tail that
has a venomous spine.
They are gray on top, sometimes with darker blotches or spots, and pale yellow-orange to white underneath. While they can grow to over 22 inches long, they average only 8 to 10 inches long generally.
California Round Stingrays are typically found in shallow waters and can often be
seen buried in the sand with only their eyes and tails visible.
They are carnivorous and feed on a variety of small fish, crustaceans, and
mollusks.
California round stingrays are viviparous, meaning they give birth to live young
rather than lay eggs.
They are not typically a threat to humans, but their venomous spine can cause
injury if stepped on or touched.
They are an important species in their ecosystem and play a role in controlling
populations of small fish and crustaceans.