Bat Ray (Myliobatis californica)

Why it is a Collector's Vault fish: The Bat Ray is an eagle ray from the eastern Pacific, from Oregon to the Gulf of California, and it is rarely offered in the aquarium trade. It is a specialty animal for very large systems: in the wild it can reach a wingspan of about 6 feet and weigh up to about 200 pounds.

Quick Facts

• Scientific name: Myliobatis californica
• Origin: Eastern Pacific
• Available sizes: Medium (12" - 14"), Medium-Large (14" - 16")
• Care level: Expert
• Reef safe: Yes (does not eat corals; eats clams, snails, crabs and shrimp, and digs in the sand)
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Max size: 6-foot wingspan
• Minimum aquarium: Very large system or pond (thousands of gallons)
• Diet: Carnivore
• Water: 62-72°F, pH 8.1-8.4, specific gravity 1.020-1.025

Compatibility

• Good tankmates: Large, peaceful cool-water fish and other rays
• Avoid: Clams, snails, crabs and shrimp (all are food); fish that nip

Care Notes

• Grows very large; suited only to very large aquariums or ponds with a wide, open sand bottom
• Feeds on clams, snails, crabs and shrimp, so it is not compatible with invertebrates
• Feed chopped clams, squid and shrimp

How to Buy, Pickup & Shipping

• Conditioned (7-Day Hold): your fish usually reaches us the day after you order. We then hold it for at least 7 days to inspect it, make sure it is eating and check for any sign of disease before it goes home with you. Covered by our Collector's Vault Guarantee.
• Direct - Save 15%: released as soon as it arrives, with no conditioning period. Sold as-is with no live arrival or health guarantee.
• Store pickup in Sugar Land, or $100 flat-rate FedEx Priority Overnight shipping within the continental U.S. (ships Monday through Thursday; weather holds as needed).
• Full terms: Collector's Vault Shipping & Guarantee.