Species guide
How to catch Butterfly ray
Gymnura natalensis
saltwatergame fishGymnuridae
The butterfly ray is a large, flat-bodied ray found in warm saltwaters. It is known for its diamond-shaped body and is a predator that hunts fish and zoobenthos. It can grow up to 2.5 meters long and is considered a game fish.
Where they live
Found in shallow to moderately deep coastal waters (20-100 m) in the Atlantic and Indian Oceans around Africa. Inhabits saltwater environments near the sea floor.
Typical size
Up to about 250 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- benthic invertebrates
- zoobenthos
Best baits
- chunks of fish
- shrimp
- squid
Best lures
- soft plastic baits
- jigs
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- drift fishing
- surf fishing
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