Aetobatus

Aetobatus is a genus of eagle rays native to the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Oceans. It was formerly placed in Myliobatidae, but is now placed in its own family based on salient differences from myliobatids, especially the pectoral fins joining the head at the level of the eyes. There are currently 5 recognized extant species in this genus: There are also 6 extinct species (only known from fossil remains) placed in this genus: