Stingray Facts and Trivia

Stingrays have existed for over 100 million years, known for their grace and potential danger due to their venomous spines. They are not aggressive but can inflict serious wounds. Stingrays forage for food using smell, touch, and electrical sensing, as their eyes are on top of their heads. The southern stingray is one of 90 species, with large fins and elusive behavior. In the Cayman Islands, Stingray City offers a unique opportunity for humans to interact with these creatures in a calm, shallow environment.

How long have stingrays been part of the ocean ecosystem?

• 200 million years

• 150 million years

• 50 million years

• 100 million years

What makes stingrays potentially dangerous?

• Their venomous spine

• Their large size

• Their sharp teeth

• Their speed

How do stingrays find their food?

• By smell, touch, and sensing electrical fields

• By sound

• By taste

• By sight

Where are a stingray's eyes located?

• In front of its head

• On top of its head

• On the bottom of its head

• On the sides of its head

How many species of stingrays are there approximately?

• 110

• 50

• 70

• 90

What is the maximum fin span of a southern stingray?

• 7 feet

• 4 feet

• 5 feet

• 6 feet

What makes Stingray City unique?

• It has the deepest waters

• Stingrays are used to human interaction

• It is the only place with stingrays

• It is the largest stingray habitat

Where is Stingray City located?

• Cayman Islands

• Maldives

• Hawaii

• Bahamas