Black Devil Stingray

Potamotrygon henlei

Black Devil Stingray (Potamotrygon henlei) — Varies care, Peaceful, under Other. Minimum tank in the app: 436 US gal min; aim for 68–84°F and pH 6.5–7.5. The Black Devil Stingray is ideal for experienced aquarists seeking a captivating centerpiece for a large aquarium.

Black Devil Stingray (Potamotrygon henlei) in a planted freshwater aquarium
Care levelVaries
TemperamentPeaceful
Min tank size436 US gal min
pH range6.5–7.5
Temperature68–84°F
Max size23.6 in (60.0 cm)
Captive lifespan12–25 years
SchoolingNo

Captive lifespan reflects typical experience in a home aquarium, not maximum recorded age; genetics, sourcing, and care vary.

Natural distribution

South America

  • South America

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Black Devil Stingray Tank Setup

To accommodate the Black Devil Stingray, a spacious tank of at least 1650 liters is crucial, featuring a sandy substrate to prevent injury and facilitate natural behavior. Incorporate varied structures like caves and driftwood to create hiding spots and reduce territoriality. Maintain moderate water flow and ensure high-quality filtration to manage bioload effectively, while dim lighting can help them feel secure.

What Do Black Devil Stingrays Eat?

As opportunistic omnivores, Black Devil Stingrays can be fed a varied diet, but they may struggle in competitive feeding scenarios. Offer sinking pellets, meaty foods, and occasional plant matter to ensure balanced nutrition.

Black Devil Stingray Tank Mates

Incompatible tank mates include overly aggressive or overly active species that may stress the stingray or disrupt its environment. Ideal companions are larger, calmer fish that occupy different swimming zones. Intraspecies compatibility is generally good, but providing ample space and hiding places is key to minimizing aggression among multiple individuals.

Are Black Devil Stingrays Good for Beginners?

Care demand varies with setup and individual fish; use the numbers above as your baseline. Aquarists often underestimate the space and filtration needed for Black Devil Stingrays, leading to poor water quality and stress. failing to provide sufficient cover can result in behavioral issues such as hiding or aggression.

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