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Short-tail stingray

Bathytoshia brevicaudata

Family
Dasyatidae
Max Length
430 cm
Max Weight
350 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
14

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Squid

    Whole or cut, very effective all around bait.

  • Pilchards

    Oily fish, great scent trail.

  • Eel

    Tough, stays on the hook well.

  • Crabs

    Good for bottom fishing.

  • Mullet

    Cut mullet works well in murky water.

Artificial Lures

  • Berkley Gulp! Swimming MulletSoft Plastic

    Effective when jigged near the bottom.

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  • Z-Man DieZel MinnowZSoft Plastic

    Durable and realistic swimming action.

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  • Shimano Coltsniper JerkJig

    Long casting distance for deeper water.

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  • Halco TwistySpoon

    Irregular action attracts attention.

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  • Daiwa Saltiga SliderJig

    Vertical jigging with strong action.

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Techniques

Drift fishing with a slowly retrieved bait near the seabed is a highly effective technique, particularly in areas with strong tidal flow where short-tail stingrays hunt for food.

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Where to Find Short-tail stingray

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Short-tail stingray?+

Popular baits for Short-tail stingray include Squid, Pilchards, Eel, Crabs, Mullet. Tip: Drift fishing with a slowly retrieved bait near the seabed is a highly effective technique, particularly in areas with strong tidal flow where short-tail stingrays hunt for food.

Where can I catch Short-tail stingray?+

Short-tail stingray can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Tasmania, Australia; Queensland, Australia; Western Australia, Australia. WikiCatch lists 14 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Short-tail stingray get?+

Short-tail stingray (Bathytoshia brevicaudata) can reach up to 430.00001900000007 cm in length and 350 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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