Thornback Ray (Raja clavata) — sea-fishing target species in Pembrokeshire

Thornback Ray in Pembrokeshire

Raja clavata

Wales, UK

Thornback Ray in Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK: peak season May-Jul. Typical marks: rocky shore, surf beach, cliff mark.

Season in Pembrokeshire

Peak
May-Jul
Good
Apr, Aug-Sep
Possible
Mar, Oct-Nov

Bait & technique

Recommended bait
Lugworm, Ragworm, Hardback Crab
Top techniques
Bottom fishing / ledgering

About this coast

Typical marks
rocky shore, surf beach, cliff mark, tidal race
Tidal character
Macrotidal (large tidal range)
Water character
Cool-temperate waters (< 17 °C summer peak)

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