Species guide

How to catch Marbled electric ray

Torpedo marmorata

Stylized 2D illustration of Marbled electric ray
brackishsaltwatergame fishTorpedinidae

The Marbled electric ray is a medium-sized ray known for its ability to generate electric shocks. It inhabits coral reefs and uses electricity both for defense and to stun prey. This carnivorous ray is a distinctive species found mainly in warm marine waters.

Where they live

Found on coral reefs from the Western Indian Ocean to the Red Sea, inhabiting depths from 2 to 370 meters in brackish and saltwater environments.

Typical size

Up to about 100 cm

What they eat

  • small benthic animals
  • small fish

Best baits

  • cut bait
  • small fish chunks

Best lures

  • soft plastic lures
  • bottom rigs

How to fish for them

  • bottom fishing
  • bait fishing

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