Bluntnose stingray
Hypanus say
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Sand Fleas
Excellent natural food source for stingrays.
- Squid
Cut squid works well, stays on the hook.
- Shrimp
Live or dead, always a good choice.
- Bloodworms
A favorite bait of many saltwater fish.
- Clams
Use clam necks, they are tougher.
Artificial Lures
- Berkley Gulp! SandwormSoft PlasticBuy
Scent attracts rays, slow retrieve works best.
- Z-Man DieZel MinnowZSoft PlasticBuy
Durable, can withstand repeated strikes.
- SpoonJohnson Silver MinnowBuy
Weedless spoons work well in grassy areas.
- Bucktail JigJigBuy
Tip the jig with shrimp or squid.
- DOA CAL Shad TailSoft PlasticBuy
Versatile lure, various colors available
Techniques
When fishing for bluntnose stingrays, use a Carolina rig with a long leader to keep the bait on the bottom where they feed, and use circle hooks to avoid gut-hooking the ray.
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Where to Find Bluntnose stingray
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Bluntnose stingray?+
Popular baits for Bluntnose stingray include Sand Fleas, Squid, Shrimp, Bloodworms, Clams. Tip: When fishing for bluntnose stingrays, use a Carolina rig with a long leader to keep the bait on the bottom where they feed, and use circle hooks to avoid gut-hooking the ray.
Where can I catch Bluntnose stingray?+
Bluntnose stingray can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Virginia, United States; Louisiana, United States. WikiCatch lists 3 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Bluntnose stingray get?+
Bluntnose stingray (Hypanus say) can reach up to 100 cm in length and 17 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NT.
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