Species guide
How to catch Common stingray
Dasyatis pastinaca
The common stingray is a coastal predator found in shallow waters such as lagoons, bays, and estuaries. It has a flattened body and feeds primarily on bottom-dwelling fish and invertebrates. This species can grow up to about 70 cm long and is known for producing multiple young after a gestation period of about four months.
Where they live
Found in brackish and saltwater coastal areas of Africa, the Atlantic, and the Mediterranean. Inhabits sandy and muddy bottoms, estuaries, shallow bays, and near rocky reefs from depths of 5 to 200 meters.
Typical size
Up to about 70 cm
What they eat
- bottom-living invertebrates
- small fish
Best baits
- shrimp
- mollusks
- worms
Best lures
- soft plastic baits near the bottom
- jigs
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- drift fishing
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