Species guide
How to catch Pelagic stingray
Pteroplatytrygon violacea
saltwatergame fishDasyatidae
The pelagic stingray is a striking saltwater species known for its distinctive blue coloration. It feeds mainly on fish, squid, and jellyfish while roaming continental shelf waters. This stingray is a popular target for anglers in the Atlantic and Mediterranean regions.
Where they live
Lives on the continental shelf in saltwater, ranging from shallow 1 meter to deep 381 meters, found in the Atlantic and Mediterranean.
Typical size
Up to about 96 cm
What they eat
- fish
- squid
- jellyfish
- octopus
- seahorses
- crustaceans
Best baits
- small fish
- squid chunks
- shrimp
Best lures
- soft plastic squid imitations
- jigging lures
- cut bait
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- drift fishing
- jigging
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