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Starry ray

Amblyraja radiata

Family
Rajidae
Max Length
105 cm
Max Weight
11.4 kg
IUCN Status
VU
Water Type
saltwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
36

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Mackerel

    A very oily bait, effective scent trail.

  • Herring

    Another oily fish, use whole or cut bait.

  • Sand eels

    A natural food source for starry rays.

  • Squid

    Tough and stays on the hook well.

  • Crabs

    Present live or freshly dead crabs.

Artificial Lures

  • Savage Gear Cutbait HerringSoft Plastic

    Mimics a fleeing injured baitfish.

    Buy
  • Berkley Gulp! Saltwater Swimming MulletSoft Plastic

    Strong scent attracts starry rays.

    Buy
  • Shimano Coltsniper WobbleJig

    Heavy jig for bottom fishing.

    Buy
  • Spro Prime Bucktail JigJig

    Versatile jig, add a trailer.

    Buy
  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow Deep DiverCrankbait

    Excellent diving action near the bottom.

    Buy

Techniques

Starry rays are bottom feeders, so use a long leader with a running sinker to keep your bait on the seabed.

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Where to Find Starry ray

Maryland, United States6 spotsNova Scotia, Canada4 spotsMassachusetts, United States4 spotsNew York, United States3 spotsQuébec, Canada2 spotsMaine, United States2 spotsNew Jersey, United States2 spotsAsturias / Asturies, Spain1 spotsNewfoundland and Labrador, Canada1 spotsMichigan, United States1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Starry ray?+

Popular baits for Starry ray include Mackerel, Herring, Sand eels, Squid, Crabs. Tip: Starry rays are bottom feeders, so use a long leader with a running sinker to keep your bait on the seabed.

Where can I catch Starry ray?+

Starry ray can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Maryland, United States; Nova Scotia, Canada; Massachusetts, United States. WikiCatch lists 36 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Starry ray get?+

Starry ray (Amblyraja radiata) can reach up to 104.99999499999998 cm in length and 11.4 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is VU.

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