Species guide
How to catch Pearl stingray
Fontitrygon margaritella
brackishsaltwaterDasyatidae
The Pearl stingray is a small, benthopelagic carnivorous ray found along the West African coast. It commonly inhabits lagoons, shallow bays, and estuaries. This species feeds by hunting benthic macrofauna like bivalves and invertebrates.
Where they live
Found in brackish and saltwater environments along West Africa's coast, typically in lagoons, shallow bays, estuaries, and down to 60 meters deep.
Typical size
Up to about 30 cm
What they eat
- bivalves
- benthic invertebrates
Best baits
- small shellfish
- worms
Best lures
- soft plastic bottom rigs
- jig heads
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- light drifting
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