Dasyatidae

Brazilian large-eyed stingray

Hypanus marianae

Blue edged fins frame unusually large eyes

• Tropical
• Regional distribution
• Marine fish
• Atlantic Ocean
• Other
• Medium
• Tropical fish

The Brazilian large-eyed stingray, Hypanus marianae, is a species of stingray in the family Dasyatidae. Endemic to northeastern Brazil, adults of this species inhabit shallow coral and sandstone reefs while the young are also found near beaches and in estuaries. This stingray measures up to 40 cm (16 in) across and can be identified by its large eyes, equally long fin folds above and below the tail, and distinctive coloration consisting of various dark brown markings on a yellowish-brown background above, and two pairs of dark brown blotches on a white background below.