![Gymnura altavela](https://ncfishes.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Spiny-Butterfly-Ray-Gymnura-altavela-Source-FAO-2002-1024x701.png)
Source: FAO 2002
Family | Scientific Name | Author | Year | Common Name |
Gymnuridae | Gymnura altavela | (Linnaeus) | 1758 | Spiny Butterfly Ray |
Gymnura altavela
Unique Characters: Tail with 1 or more serrated spines. Posterior margin of spiracle with distinct tentacle.
Similar Species: Smooth Buttefly Ray Gymnura micrura. Tail without serrated spines. No tentacle on posterior margin of spiracle.
![Smooth Butterfly Ray - Gymnura micrura](https://ncfishes.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Smooth-Butterfly-Ray-Gymnura-micrura-1024x733.jpg)
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