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A survey of tail spine characteristics of stingrays frequenting Western Atlantic Ocean and South American freshwater rivers

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28340
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Abstract:
Tail spine characteristics of thirty-seven stingray species frequenting the Western Atlantic Ocean and South American freshwater rivers were examined noting spine serrations, presence of a dorsal groove, and other features. Utilizing a combination of tail spine characteristics, one can usually determine whether a species caused death or harm.