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Reef manta ray

Mobula alfredi

Family
Myliobatidae
Max Length
500 cm
Max Weight
3000 kg
IUCN Status
VU
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
1

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Small fish

    Use small mackerel or sardines.

  • Squid

    Effective fresh or frozen.

  • Shrimp

    Dead shrimp works well.

  • Crab

    Use smaller, soft-shell crabs.

Artificial Lures

  • Yo-Zuri Hydro Minnow LCCrankbait

    Trolled slowly near the surface.

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  • Rapala X-Rap Magnum 15Crankbait

    Diving lure, good for deeper water.

    Buy
  • Williamson Gomoku Metal JigJig

    Vertical jigging near reefs.

    Buy
  • Shimano Butterfly JigJig

    Flutter-style jig, attractant action.

    Buy
  • Halco Laser Pro 190Trolling Lure

    Good for high-speed trolling.

    Buy

Techniques

Slow trolling or drifting around reef edges with live bait or deep-diving lures is the most effective approach for targeting reef manta rays.

Where to Find Reef manta ray

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Reef manta ray?+

Popular baits for Reef manta ray include Small fish, Squid, Shrimp, Crab, Yo-Zuri Hydro Minnow LC. Tip: Slow trolling or drifting around reef edges with live bait or deep-diving lures is the most effective approach for targeting reef manta rays.

Where can I catch Reef manta ray?+

Reef manta ray can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Baja California Sur, Mexico. WikiCatch lists 1 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Reef manta ray get?+

Reef manta ray (Mobula alfredi) can reach up to 500 cm in length and 3000 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is VU.

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