Quick Stats
Expert Only |
Temperament
Semi-Aggressive |
Color Form
Tan to Brown with Blue Spots |
Diet
Carnivore |
Reef Compatible
No |
sg 1.023-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4 |
Max. Size
Up to 30 inches |
Family
Dasyatidae |
Minimum Tank Size
300 gallons |
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Description
The Blue Spotted Diamond Stingray is a visually stunning and unique species, known for its elegant diamond-shaped body decorated with bright blue spots. This stingray is highly specialized and requires an expert level of care, making it best suited for advanced marine aquarists. Its semi-aggressive nature means it should ideally be housed in a species-specific or carefully selected large tank environment, where it has plenty of sandy substrate to bury itself and hunt for food. A carnivorous feeder, the Blue Spotted Diamond Stingray thrives on a diet of crustaceans, mollusks, and other meaty marine foods. This species is not reef-compatible, as it may disturb or harm corals and other delicate invertebrates in the tank. Due to its sensitivity and space needs, stable water conditions, and a well-maintained large tank are essential to keep this stunning stingray healthy and thriving.