Fishing for Thorntail stingray

Dasyatis thetidis

The Thorntail stingray is a large, marine ray characterized by its diamond-shaped body and long, whip-like tail adorned with venomous spines. It inhabits coastal and offshore waters, often near sandy or muddy substrates. Reaching up to 79 inches and 200 pounds, it feeds on mollusks and crustaceans. Typically solitary, it exhibits a calm demeanor. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Vulnerable

Threat to humans

Traumatogenic

Source: Fishbase

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FAQ about Thorntail stingray fishing

🎣 What bait works best for Thorntail stingray?

Thorntail stingray go for natural baits, shrimps, boilies, pop-ups, wafters and paste, and soft swimbaits — but the best choice shifts with water conditions, season, and local pressure.

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📍 Where do Thorntail stingray live?

Thorntail stingray often hold near mud/sand bottom, where they forage along the seafloor for mollusks and crustaceans.

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