Species guide
How to catch Brazilian electric ray
Narcine brasiliensis
The Brazilian electric ray is a small, bottom-dwelling ray known for its ability to generate electric shocks. It buries itself in sandy or muddy coastal waters, often hiding with only its eyes visible. This nocturnal species moves into shallow bays at night to hunt a variety of small prey.
Where they live
Found in coastal sandy or muddy areas from shallow waters down to 43 meters, including sandy shorelines and occasionally near coral reefs in the Atlantic, Caribbean, and Gulf of Mexico.
Typical size
Up to about 54 cm
What they eat
- worms
- juvenile snake eels
- anemones
- small crustaceans
Best baits
- worms
- small crustaceans
Best lures
- soft plastic worms
- small jigs
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- light tackle
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