Overview
The Henle's Stingray (P12) (Potamotrygon henlei) is a advanced freshwater species known for its black, white spots coloration. Black with white spots. Bottom.
Origin & Appearance
Origin: Brazil (Rio Tocantins).
Colors: Black, White spots.
Body Shape: Depressiform Wide (flat disc). Typical adult dimensions: 60.0 x 66.0 x 4.8.
Sexual Dimorphism: Moderate; males have claspers on pelvic fins.
Tank & Water Requirements
| Min Tank Size | 396 gallons |
| Temperature | 75–82°F |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 |
| Water Hardness (GH) | 3-10 |
| Bioload | very-high |
| Oxygen Demand | high |
| Plant Safe | mostly |
| Aquarium Position | Bottom |
Behavior & Activity
Bottom glider; same disc-undulating locomotion; buries in sand; hunts crustaceans by hovering and pressing down
Speed: 40/100Aggression: 3/10nocturnal
Breeding
Difficult; live bearer (ovoviviparous)
Common Diseases
💊 Bacterial💊 parasites💊 sensitive to medications
Expert Notes
Black with white spots; original polka-dot ray