Short-tailed stingray

Scientific name
Dasyatis brevicaudatus
Area
Found from Otago north.
Habitat
Found on sandy and rocky areas.

Fishing
Occasionally caught they are often noticed by a long slow tug,the best method is to get as close to the stingray as safe and cut the line.

Spearfishing & Scuba
Often seen easily approached, Not considered a danger.

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