When is the best time to catch Finspot ray?

The best season for Finspot ray is Warm months (June‑August) in tropical regions. Best time of day: Nighttime and dusk.

What equipment do I need to catch Finspot ray?

Recommended rod: Medium to medium‑heavy spinning or conventional rod, 7‑8 ft, fast action. Line weight: 10‑30 lb test monofilament or braided line. Technique: Bottom fishing with a slow drift or vertical jigging near the seabed. Best bait: Fresh or frozen fish pieces, squid, shrimp, or cut bait.

When is the best time to catch Finspot ray?

The best season for Finspot ray is Warm months (June‑August) in tropical regions. Best time of day: Nighttime and dusk.

What equipment do I need to catch Finspot ray?

Recommended rod: Medium to medium‑heavy spinning or conventional rod, 7‑8 ft, fast action. Line weight: 10‑30 lb test monofilament or braided line. Technique: Bottom fishing with a slow drift or vertical jigging near the seabed. Best bait: Fresh or frozen fish pieces, squid, shrimp, or cut bait.

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Fish Details

Finspot ray

Rostroraja cervigoni

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The Finspot ray (Rostroraja cervigoni) is a medium‑sized marine skate found on sandy and muddy bottoms of tropical Indo‑Pacific waters. It grows up to about 50 cm (20 in) and is sought after for its tasty flesh and sportable fight on light tackle. Anglers target it using bottom‑fishing techniques, especially at night when the ray is most active.

Fight

Taste

Basic Information

Family

Rajidae

Max Size

50 cm

Habitat

marine

Depth Range

30-180m

Climate

tropical

Best Season

Warm months (June‑August) in tropical regions

Best Time

Nighttime and dusk

Distribution

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Fishing Tips for Finspot ray

Use a light to medium‑heavy spinning or conventional rod with a fast action for quick hook sets
Employ 10‑30 lb test line and a small jig or soft‑plastic bait near the seabed
Bait with fresh cut fish, squid or shrimp to attract the ray’s predatory instincts
Retrieve slowly with occasional pauses to let the lure settle, mimicking a bottom‑dwelling prey

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Recommended Fishing Equipment for Finspot ray

Recommended Equipment

RodMedium to medium‑heavy spinning or conventional rod, 7‑8 ft, fast action

Line10‑30 lb test monofilament or braided line

Lure TypeSoft‑plastic grubs, bucktail jigs, or small live‑bait rigs

TechniqueBottom fishing with a slow drift or vertical jigging near the seabed

Best bait: Fresh or frozen fish pieces, squid, shrimp, or cut bait