Species guide

How to catch Round stingray

Taeniurops grabatus

Stylized 2D illustration of Round stingray
saltwaterDasyatidae

The round stingray is a coastal species known for its round shape and habit of partially burying itself in sand or mud. It hunts bottom-dwelling fishes and crustaceans along sandy and rocky sea floors. This species can grow quite large, reaching lengths up to 2.5 meters.

Where they live

Found in shallow to moderately deep coastal waters, typically from 10 to 300 meters depth, over sand and rock-sand bottoms in the Atlantic, Indian Ocean, and Mediterranean regions.

Typical size

Up to about 250 cm

What they eat

  • bottom-living fishes
  • crustaceans

Best baits

  • cut fish
  • shrimp
  • crabs

Best lures

  • bottom rigs
  • soft plastic baits

How to fish for them

  • bottom fishing
  • drift fishing

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