Common Name: Teacup stingray, reticulated stingray
Photo Josh Weiner



Scientific Name: Potamotrygon Orbignyi

Origin: Amazon basin

Tank: 400lt (77 x 18 x24 )

biotope: murky streams with sandy or muddy bottoms ans submerged vegetation

strata: bottom

water: pH: 6 - 7 temp: 26c dh: infect the area then seek medical attention!!

Appearence: The teacup stingray is an olive colour with dark markings that sort of resemble a net. They have a white under body. They’re tail is about 1/2-3/4 of the length of they’re body.



Special Notes: Not for beginners!!!!!!!
Venomous barb at the end of the tail not fatal usually but cause a lot of pain.

If stung apply pressure(not a bandage) place wound in hot water to ease pain. Remove and disinfect the area then seek medical attention!!

Teacup stingray