Species
Reticulate Whipray
Himantura uarnak
Tier 5gamefish tackleQLDWA
0 waypoints240–420 cm (max 600 cm) typical
Overview: about reticulate whipray
Large and powerful ray with venomous spines, found in inshore and offshore waters of QLD and WA. Target with baits like crabs, shrimps or fish pieces on the bottom in 10-50m, using heavy tackle and wire trace for protection. Handle with care due to venomous spines.
Biology: Reticulate Whipray size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Estuary, Inshore, Offshore, Reef
- Typical size
- 240–420 cm (max 600 cm)
- Weight
- up to 120 kg
- Diet
- a variety of benthic and neritic organisms, including crabs, shrimps, mantis shrimps, bivalves, gastropods, worms, jellyfish, and bony fishes
- Global range
- Indo-West Pacific
Safety & handling
Venomous spines (moderate)Location: spines. Handle with caution — use gloves or a lip-grip.
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