The yellow stingray (Urobatis jamaicensis) is a species of stingray in the family Urotrygonidae, found in the tropical western Atlantic Ocean from North Carolina to Trinidad. This bottom-dwelling species inhabits sandy, muddy, or seagrass bottoms in shallow inshore waters, commonly near coral reefs. Reaching no more than 36 cm (14 in) across, the yellow stingray has a round pectoral fin disc and a short tail with a well-developed caudal fin. It has a highly variable but distinctive dorsal color pattern consisting of either light-on-dark or dark-on-light reticulations forming spots and blotches, and can rapidly change the tonality of this coloration to improve its camouflage. Relatively sedentary during the day, the yellow stingray feeds on small invertebrates and bony fishes. When hunting it may undulate its disc to uncover buried prey, or lift the front of its disc to form a "cave" attractive to shelter-seeking organisms. This species is aplacental viviparous, meaning that the developing embryos are sustained initially by yolk and later by histotroph ("uterine milk"). Females bear two litters of up to seven young per year in seagrass, following a gestation period of 5–6 months. Though innocuous towards humans, the yellow stingray can inflict a painful injury with its venomous tail spine. This species is taken as bycatch by commercial fisheries and collected for the aquarium trade; it may also be negatively affected by habitat degradation. Nevertheless, it remains common and widespread, which has led the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) to list it under Least Concern.

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Welcome to Episode 8 of our liveaboard sailing yacht vlog! Dive into the sailing lifestyle as we share what life is really like aboard our Moody 38cc sailboat. In this episode, we navigate the ups and downs of living full-time on a yacht, sharing the joys, challenges, and unforgettable moments of being liveaboards. Whether you’re dreaming of becoming a liveaboard, returning to yacht life, or simply love watching sailing vlogs, this episode offers a glimpse into our daily routines, sailing adventures, and the realities of leaving and living on a boat full-time. From maintaining our sailboat to enjoying the freedom of life at sea, we provide insight into what it means to embrace the sailing lifestyle. As a sailing couple, we share our authentic experiences, including the emotional highs and lows of this unique way of life. If you’re passionate about sailing, curious about life on a yacht, or searching for inspiration to start your own liveaboard journey, this vlog is for you. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes as we continue our adventure! Keywords: liveaboard sailboat life, sailing yacht vlog, Moody 38cc, daily life on a sailboat, becoming a liveaboard, full-time yacht life, sailing lifestyle.

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For anyone visiting Corsica, the calanques de Piana are a must-see. Listed by UNESCO, this is one of the most beautiful places in Corsica. The steep red cliffs offer a beautiful landscape and we also had a beautiful view of the mountains from the catamaran at anchor below the town of Piana. Especially when we lifted our drone at the end of the afternoon, the orange colors are even more enhanced by the low sun.

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Experienced Sailor or absolute Beginner? During your holidays on board of Azores High, Pete will happily teach you how to sail the Elan Impression 50. Get in touch for more information: 👉SailingAzores.com👈 📸Pete Keeping 🎵Tunetank.com

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