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Honeycomb stingray
Himantura uarnak
Overview
The reticulate whipray or honeycomb stingray is a species of stingray in the family Dasyatidae. It inhabits coastal waters in the western Indian Ocean including the Red Sea, Natal and the Arabian Sea; also a Lessepsian transmigrant in the eastern Mediterranean. A large species reaching 2 m (6.6 ft) in width, the reticulate whipray has a diamond-shaped pectoral fin disc and an extremely long tail without fin folds. Both its common and scientific names refer to its ornate dorsal color pattern of many small, close-set dark spots or reticulations on a lighter background. However, the reticulate whipray is only one of several large spotted stingrays in the Indo-Pacific which, coupled with the variability of its coloration with age and locality, has resulted in a great deal of taxonomic confusion.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Live Prawns
Excellent all-around bait; readily accepted.
- Live Shrimp
A very popular and effective choice.
- Small Live Fish
Use mullet or herring, if available.
- Squid
Fresh or frozen, cut into strips.
- Crabs
Small, soft-shell crabs work well.
Artificial Lures
- Z-Man MinnowZSoft PlasticBuy
Great for imitating small baitfish.
- Savage Gear Sandeel V2Soft PlasticBuy
Effective when retrieved slowly near the bottom.
- Daiwa Saltiga Slider JigJigBuy
Bouncing this jig on the bottom works well.
- Halco Twisty 40gSpoonBuy
Cast and retrieved at various depths.
- Rapala X-Rap Magnum 10CrankbaitBuy
Trolled slowly near sandy bottoms.
Techniques
Honeycomb stingrays are often found in sandy or muddy areas, so focus your efforts near these habitats and use a slow, deliberate retrieve.
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Where to Find Honeycomb stingray
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Honeycomb stingray?+
Popular baits for Honeycomb stingray include Live Prawns, Live Shrimp, Small Live Fish, Squid, Crabs. Tip: Honeycomb stingrays are often found in sandy or muddy areas, so focus your efforts near these habitats and use a slow, deliberate retrieve.
Where can I catch Honeycomb stingray?+
Honeycomb stingray can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa; Selangor, Malaysia; Terengganu, Malaysia. WikiCatch lists 5 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Honeycomb stingray get?+
Honeycomb stingray (Himantura uarnak) can reach up to 200 cm in length and 150 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is EN.
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