
Undulate ray
Raja undulata
Overview
The undulate ray is a species of skate and cartilaginous fish found in the Mediterranean and East Atlantic from southern Ireland and England to the Gulf of Guinea. It is found in areas with mud or sand, and may occur as deep as 200 m (660 ft), though it prefers shallower depths. It is considered endangered due to overfishing.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Sandeels
Highly effective, especially fresh sandeels.
- Ragworm
A readily available and consistent bait.
- Mackerel
Cut into chunks or used as a whole bait.
- Squid
Attracts with scent; use whole or strips.
- Crabs
Soft crabs work well close to the seabed.
Artificial Lures
- Savage Gear Sandeel SlugSoft PlasticBuy
Mimics a natural sandeel; jig it slowly.
- Storm Wildeye Swim ShadSoft PlasticBuy
Realistic swimming action; great for dragging.
- ABU Garcia TobySpoonBuy
Classic lure; works well with a slow retrieve.
- Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow Deep DiverCrankbaitBuy
Dives deep to reach bottom-feeding rays.
- Hogy Pro Tail PaddleSoft PlasticBuy
Great scent disbursement in deeper water
Techniques
When targeting undulate rays, use a running ledger rig with a long snood to allow the ray to pick up the bait without feeling resistance, increasing your hookup ratio.
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Where to Find Undulate ray
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Undulate ray?+
Popular baits for Undulate ray include Sandeels, Ragworm, Mackerel, Squid, Crabs. Tip: When targeting undulate rays, use a running ledger rig with a long snood to allow the ray to pick up the bait without feeling resistance, increasing your hookup ratio.
Where can I catch Undulate ray?+
Undulate ray can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include England, United Kingdom. WikiCatch lists 1 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Undulate ray get?+
Undulate ray (Raja undulata) can reach up to 100 cm in length and 39.0868 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is EN.
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