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Australian bull ray

Myliobatis australis

Family
Myliobatidae
Max Length
120 cm
Max Weight
56.5 kg
IUCN Status
NE
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
9

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Prawns

    Fresh or live prawns are highly effective.

  • Squid

    Small squid pieces, fresh is best.

  • Pilchards

    Whole or cut pilchards, good scent.

  • Crabs

    Smaller crabs are a natural food source.

Artificial Lures

  • Halco Twisty 40gSpoon

    Silver or gold, retrieved slowly near bottom.

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  • ZMan DieZel MinnowZ 4"Soft Plastic

    Use a jig head, bounced on the seabed.

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  • Berkley Gulp! SquidSoft Plastic

    Scented soft plastic, very enticing.

    Buy
  • Daiwa Silver Wolf Chiuny 7gJig

    Try dragging along the bottom.

    Buy

Techniques

Use a slow retrieve when targeting bull rays, as they primarily feed on bottom-dwelling creatures; let your bait sit on the seabed for longer periods.

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Where to Find Australian bull ray

South Australia, Australia4 spotsWestern Australia, Australia2 spotsTasmania, Australia2 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Australian bull ray?+

Popular baits for Australian bull ray include Prawns, Squid, Pilchards, Crabs, Halco Twisty 40g. Tip: Use a slow retrieve when targeting bull rays, as they primarily feed on bottom-dwelling creatures; let your bait sit on the seabed for longer periods.

Where can I catch Australian bull ray?+

Australian bull ray can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include South Australia, Australia; Western Australia, Australia; Tasmania, Australia. WikiCatch lists 9 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Australian bull ray get?+

Australian bull ray (Myliobatis australis) can reach up to 120.00000500000002 cm in length and 56.5 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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